Invasive moth didn't exist in Ontario until 2018 and now it's everywhere

An invasive moth species that first appeared in Toronto eight years ago has since taken over much of Ontario, and its favourite food might be growing right in your backyard. As its name suggests, the box tree moth ( Cydalima perspectalis ) is an invasive pest native to Asia that feeds on boxwood plants. Although it wasn't documented in Ontario until 2018 , the species has since rapidly spread…