Kentucky's Silent Invasion | Lexington News

Kentucky’s facing a silent invasion as exotic plants and critters—like bush honeysuckle, zebra mussels, and emerald ash borers—creep in, outcompeting native species and reshaping ecosystems. These invaders hitch rides on boots and trucks, lying dormant for years before exploding into dominance, fueled by Kentucky’s climate similar to parts of Asia. Wildlife officials warn early detection is crucial, but the real battle lies with everyday landowners—farmers and homeowners—who must spot and act on their own property to protect native wildlife. It’s a community race against time. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/b7eb55589424ee1b