BUG PATROL was inspired by the adventurous and nature-loving 4 year-old son of Dan Talarico, creator of Biostream.

Dan and his son want to help people across the United States become AWARE of the Spotted Lanternfly, an invasive insect that is a major threat to the wine and hardwood industry in Pennsylvania. This destructive pest feeds on more than 70 plant species including maples, apple trees, grapevine, and hops.

Believed to have arrived in Berks County, PA, between 2012-2014 on a foreign shipment of tiles, the pest has spread to 13 counties in eastern Pennsylvania and has entered New Jersey, Maryland, Virginia, and New York.

This is an excellent opportunity for us to come together with friends, family, and others to immerse ourselves in nature and help prevent the NATIONAL spread of this creature.

~Dan currently is a Direct Support Professional for special needs adults and also has been providing local weather forecasts and more on his Facebook page, Biostream, since 2011.~