The spotted lanternfly — an insect native to Asia — has now invaded fourteen states, mostly in the northeast and mid-Atlantic regions. The pest is not toxic to humans but threatens many important plants and crops, including apple trees, cherry trees, peach trees, and grapevines.

Host Ethan Brown breaks down the latest on this invasive species and contemplates whether the issue is being communicated properly to people in this week’s “Tip of the Iceberg.”

For more information, see the companion “Tip of the Iceberg” podcast episode here.