Japanese beetle outbreak detected in Geneva

Geneva authorities implement immediate restrictions on lawn watering after discovering first Japanese beetle outbreak in Corsier, Meinier and Collonge-Bellerive areas.

Key Takeaways

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First Japanese beetle outbreak detected in Geneva canton
Outbreak spans Corsier, Meinier and Collonge-Bellerive municipalities
Lawn watering restrictions implemented within 1km radius of outbreak
Five beetles caught in trap in Arve-Lac area

By The Numbers

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Japanese beetles caught in traps

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kilometer radius restriction zone

They Said

"This exotic insect causes major damage to crops and plants in general"
— Department of the Territory

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Geneva Confirms First Japanese Beetle Outbreak

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Immediate Containment Measures

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Environmental Impact and Risks

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Public Response and Reporting Guidelines

Sources & References

First outbreak of Japanese beetle identified in Geneva

SWI swissinfo.ch

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