Spotted Lanternfly
Lycorma delicatula
An invasive planthopper recently introduced to the United States from Asia. Native to China, India, and Vietnam. Adults are about 1 inch long with distinctive greyish-brown forewings with black spots. High populations can cause significant damage to ornamental, forestry, and agricultural crops.
Identification & Symptoms
What to Look For
Potential Damage
Lifecycle
Completes life cycle in one year. Overwinters in egg stage with eggs laid from late September until winter. Egg masses contain 30-50 eggs covered in yellowish-brown waxy deposit on smooth-trunked trees, stones, vehicles, and outdoor items. Nymphs hatch late April to early May, passing through four wingless instars. First instar is black, later instars have red patches and white spots. Adults appear in July, mate, and females lay eggs until winter.
Professional Treatment Approach
Early detection and reporting to state agricultural authorities
Removal and destruction of egg masses during winter months
Targeted insecticide applications during nymph stages
Quarantine measures to prevent spread to new areas
Professional pest management assessment for large infestations
Avoid moving potentially infested materials between areas
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