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Beijing fights invasive moths with wasps and caterpillar-catching contests

  • Posted on October 4, 2026
  • By South China Morning Post
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  • 1 min read
In brief

Beijing tackles an escalating biological crisis as invasive moth populations surge across the capital and surrounding regions. Local authorities have implemented an innovative two-pronged strategy combining natural predators with community engagement. Parasitic wasps are being deployed to control moth larvae, while simultaneously organizing competitive caterpillar-catching initiatives to mobilize residents. This ecological threat endangers numerous plant species and urban green spaces, making comprehensive pest management essential for environmental conservation and food security.

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Beijing fights invasive moths with wasps and caterpillar-catching contests
Beijing fights invasive moths with wasps and caterpillar-catching contests

They have blanketed trees in the Chinese capital and surrounding areas this summer, posing a threat to hundreds of species of plants.
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South China Morning Post

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