spotted lanternfly
Coverage of spotted lanternfly in the Nexus archive.
- Tree-of-heaven is a spotted lanternfly magnet. Here’s why you shouldn’t just cut it down
The tree-of-heaven is described as a magnet for the spotted lanternfly, which may be growing along a Northeast roadside or in a backyard. The article explains how to identify tree-of-heaven and warns that simply cutting it down could be ineffective because the action might backfire.
- Spotted lanternfly infestation confirmed in Sumner County, what to do if you spot one
Spotted lanternfly infestation has been confirmed in Sumner County. State agriculture officials are advising residents to monitor for the invasive species.
- Spotted lanternflies are inching closer to Georgia crops. Here’s how experts say you can help.
Spotted lanternflies, an invasive species first detected in Georgia in 2024 near Atlanta, threaten the state’s fruit crops, particularly grapes, peaches, and plums. Experts emphasize monitoring, reporting, and crushing the insects to mitigate their spread, which could impact Georgia’s $70 billion agriculture industry.
- Plague of spotted lanternflies set to invade parts of the US by the MILLIONS... here are the states at risk
The spotted lanternfly is expected to invade parts of the US by the millions, threatening crops and ecosystems. Several states are at risk, prompting calls for immediate action to control the invasive species.