The Great Lantern Fly Freakout: Is That BS?
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Battling the Lanternfly: Public Responses and Environmental Concerns
This chapter examines the rise of the lanternfly infestation in areas like New York and Philadelphia, highlighting the drastic shift in public perception fueled by media campaigns. It discusses the environmental dangers posed by these invasive insects and the extreme measures citizens have taken to combat them, often reflecting deeper societal anxieties. The conversation also scrutinizes the effectiveness of awareness campaigns and the controversial methods employed in the fight against this pest.
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