The Squishy Truth About Why You’re Seeing Fewer Spotted Lanternflies
Your stomping may have helped trim this invasive insect’s population. But experts say other factors probably explain their reduced numbers around New York City.
Ohio counties under quarantine for spotted lanternfly
The spread of the spotted lanternfly (SLF) in Ohio has prompted the state to issue quarantines in areas seeing infestations of the invasive bug.
Invasive spotted lanternfly continuing to take over parts of Ohio
REYNOLDSBURG, Ohio — An invasive tiny red, black, and white insect is still taking over parts of the state. The insect has been found near major cities such as Columbus and Toledo, according to the Ohio Department of Agriculture. There are currently 12 counties in the state under quarantine for the non-native invasive insect.
Spotted lanternfly outbreak prompts quarantine in Ohio
The spotted lanternfly is taking over parts of Ohio. Franklin County is among 12 counties in the state under quarantine for this non-native invasive insect. According to the Ohio Department of Agriculture’s website,
Invasive spotted lanternfly lands in Ohio
They're about an inch long and half an inch wide with colorful wings and dark spots — and they're a growing threat to Ohio's ecosystem. Catch-up quick: Reports of the spotted lanternfly (SLF) invading the state have popped up over the past few weeks.
Why one Pennsylvania college doesn't want you to kill a spotted lanternfly | Digital Brief
Researchers at Saint Vincent College want you to capture a spotted lanternfly if you see one and not kill it. Why? They want you to send it to them for a study.
Spotted lanternfly in Ohio: What to do if you find one
A spotted lanternfly was recently captured in a Grandview Heights neighborhood, prompting a reminder for people to remain vigilant against the invasive pest.
Invasive spotted lanternfly detected in Wayne County: What to know
Michigan has confirmed the invasive spotted lanternfly has now been found in Monroe, Wayne and Oakland counties.
Are spotted lanternflies on the decline in Western Pennsylvania?
Spotted lanternflies are still a pest in Western Pennsylvania, but populations are trending lower in certain regions. Sandy Feather works as a Penn State Extension educator in Pittsburgh’s Hill District.
Invasive Spotted Lanternfly swarms downtown Toledo
Swarms of the insects have been observed recently in downtown Toledo, but it’s even worse elsewhere. The city of Pittsburgh ...
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Spotted Lanternfly: Invasive insect continues to grow in numbers across Ohio
They have now established populations in several eastern states, including Delaware, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virginia and Ohio.In 2021, ODA designated the spotted lanternfly as a destructive ...
Spotted lanternfly population remains a problem in Harrisonburg
The Harrisonburg Public Works Department said despite the lanternflies’ prominence right now, there is reason to be ...
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Spotted lanternfly considered nuisance pest
Spotted lanternflies continue to be a nuisance as the invasive species feeds off of our economy — but perhaps in lower ...