Brown winged plant hopper spreading at the horticultural school

October 5, 2026

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was recorded on 2026-10-05 at multiple sites across the region including at the horticultural school.¹ This introduced hemipteran pest continues active dispersal in early autumn, likely feeding on cultivated and native plants before winter dormancy.¹

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