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If you see this insect in your area report it immediately at 1-888-4BADFLY or online at https://services.agriculture.pa.gov/SLFReport/.

Why are they so harmful?

Spotted Lanternfly can cause serious damage to trees, vines, and crops including, leaf curling, oozing sap, and die-back. They can cover trees and they can leave large block sooty mold on trees, decks, and playground equipment. Other than affecting recreational activities this insect is a severe threat to the agricultural industry, specifically those in the hardwood, apple, hops, and grape industries.  

How can I identify these insects?

Use identifying apps like Seek by iNaturalist (On both Apple and Google Play stores).

When unable to use phones, remembering what the insect in all stages looks like from pictures and descriptions is best. The fly is about one inch long and a half inch tall. The top part of the wing is gray or brown in color with black spots. The bottoms part of the wing is bright red and black with a small white band. The body is yellow with black bands.

Where can I learn more?

Pennsylvania Dept. of Agriculture-- https://www.agriculture.pa.gov/Plants_Land_Water/PlantIndustry/Entomology/spotted_lanternfly/SpottedLanternflyAlert/Pages/default.aspx

PSU Extension-- https://extension.psu.edu/spotted-lanternfly