In 1960, Japan’s future emperor took 18 bluegills home from Chicago. Their descendants multiplied into millions and invaded Lake Biwa

A significant ecological problem arose from a 1960 gift of bluegills to Japan's Crown Prince Akihito. These fish propagated ...

In 1927, Japan imported about 100 Louisiana crayfish to feed farmed bullfrogs, only 20 survived and their descendants later spread to every prefecture except Hokkaido

The red swamp crayfish has become a familiar sight in Japan, particularly around ponds, irrigation channels, and rice fields.
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Invasive insect spreads across Florida raising concerns for cattle farmers

FROSTPROOF, Fla. — A recently discovered insect in Florida is damaging grass and creating challenges for cattle farmers, including at Crooked Lake Ranch in Polk County. The pasture mealybug feeds on a ...
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Upcoming Xbox Series X games: New Xbox games for 2026 and beyond

Here are all of the upcoming Xbox Series X games landing in 2026 and beyond, from Fable to Gears of War: E-Day, and GTA 6 ...
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The best things to do in Singapore this week (Aug 17-23)

It’s about to be a culturally packed week as the city comes alive after dark for the 17th edition of Singapore Night Festival ...

In 1500s, Spanish explorers introduced pigs into North America. Now areas where they roam free have fewer invasive species

Although wild pigs have long been viewed as destructive invasive species, recent findings reveal they also play a surprising role in curbing invasive plants. Their rooting activities disturb the ...