Emergency Burn Ban In Effect 10/26/24 - An emergency burn ban is now in effect for all Connecticut State Parks, Forests, and Wildlife Management areas, prohibiting the use of all outdoor grills, firepits, and campfires, and the kindling and use of flame outdoors. DEEP and local agencies are working to contain several active fires across the state. Please avoid all affected State Parks and Forests, as well as the blue-blazed Mattabesett Trail. The Enduro Trail in Voluntown and portions of North Stonington within the Pachaug State Forest are closed at this time. Rocky Neck State Park is also closed until further notice due to a brush fire. Please note that today's forest fire danger report remains at a 'very high' or 'extreme' level. More information about the current fire danger, burn ban and recommended safety measures can be found here

Insects and Invertebrates

The State Insect - The European or "Praying" Mantis (Mantis religiosa)

Identification of Insects Affecting Plants - link to Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station (CAES)

Emerald Ash Borer (EAB)

Asian Longhorned Beetle

Mosquito Management Program - link to State of Connecticut Mosquito Management Program

Tick Testing and Information - link to Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station

Integrated Pest Management - link to University of Connecticut

Freshwater Mussels - Links to freshwater mussel fact sheets and the CT Freshwater Mussel Guide.

Endangered/Threatened Species

Butterfly Garden Fact Sheet

Related Information

Invasive Species

DEEP Store

Maps and Spatial Data

Related Organizations

CT Agricultural Experiment Station (CAES)

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