In addition to studying and monitoring the non-native insects already here, scientists are monitoring pests that have potential to become problems if they ever do arrive, whether from overseas or from other parts of North America. Related Research: “The Challenge of Modeling and Mapping the Future Distribution and Impact of Invasive Alien Species” (2015) “Reproduction and potential range expansion of walnut twig beetle across the Juglandaceae” (2018) About The USDA Forest Service Quarantine Facility “Enhanced Mitigation and Rapid Response to Reduce Spread and Impact of Spotted Lanternfly in the United States” (2019) Scientists: Robert Venette, Research Biologist, Northern Research Station, St. Paul, Minnesota Melody Keena, Research Entomologist, Northern Research Station, Hamden, Connecticut Produced by the USDA Forest Service Northern Research Station. Want more information? Visit us at: www.nrs.fs.fed.us/podcast/1/6/ Any questions? Connect with us on Twitter!