Japanese beetle detected for the first time in Occitania

A Japanese beetle, an invasive species, was captured in the Gard department, marking its first appearance in Occitania.

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Detected in France since 2025, this insect devastates over 300 plant species.

Health authorities urge vigilance to limit its spread.

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