Spotted Lanternfly: Invasive insect continues to grow in numbers across Ohio
They’re on grape vines, trees, lawn furniture and just scattered across your yard. Lantern flies, the spotted lantern fly an enemy on us soil. And in America’s skies once seen orders from the Department of Agriculture kill it, squash it, smash it these tiny pests wreak havoc on the environment and potentially cost the economy. Hundreds of millions of dollars spotted lantern flies are an invasive species. *** label defined as non native to the ecosystem that can cause harm to the economy, environment or human health. They originally came from China and were first detected in Pennsylvania in 2014 causing trouble ever since they spread quickly to over 14 states traveling on their own or by hitchhiking on vehicles and shipping containers. They don’t have *** lot of natural right now or parasites. The insects impact on the environment and economy is substantial. Spotted. Lantern flies cause serious damage through overfeeding on over 70 species of plants causing oozing sap, wilting leaf curling and die back in trees, vines, crops and other plants. Some of the most valuable plants impacted include oak, black walnut and grapes. *** multibillion dollar industry. Also, lantern flies leave sweet and sticky substance called honey dew that encourages the growth of black sooty mold and attracting stinging insects. In Pennsylvania alone, the economic impact could total in the hundreds of millions of dollars and hundreds of thousands of jobs for those in the grapes, apple hops and hardwood industries. The spotted lantern flag transforms throughout its life stages. It’s mass looks like cracked mud and can be found on flat surfaces like tree trunks, branches, rocks and outdoor gear. At its early nymph stage, the bug has black and white spots at its late nymph stage. It changes to red with white spots and black stripes at its adult stage. The spotted lantern fly has light brown front wings with black spots and red back wings with black spots and black and white bands to spot them. Look for their favorite foods. *** crowd favorite is the tree of heaven. Once spotted. Take *** photo note the location and report it to your state Department of Agriculture before killing it. *** collective effort to eradicate the spotted lantern fly can help the environment and the economy.
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Spotted Lanternfly: Invasive insect continues to grow in numbers across Ohio
Spotted lanternflies are on the rise in Ohio, with experts fielding more and more reports of the invasive insect across the state.Researchers with Ohio State University Extension said they have had several questions recently about the invasive insect, sharing photos of a recent infestation in downtown Toledo.Experts report the insect is growing in numbers, and nuisance, across the state, The insect is native to China, India and Vietnam and attacks fruit plants, such as grape vines and apple trees, and ornamental and woody trees, ODA said.The spotted lanternfly was first detected in eastern Pennsylvania in September 2014 and was likely brought to the United States by imported woody plants, wood products and other commodities. 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 plant pest and established regulations aimed at reducing the risk of spread. As a result of new detections, Franklin, Hamilton, Lucas, Mahoning and Muskingum counties will be added to the spotted lanternfly-regulated area. In regulated areas, spotted lanternfly infestations have been confirmed, and inspections are increased.The spotted lanternfly was first detected in the U.S. in Pennsylvania in 2014. It was likely brought to the U.S. by imported goods. The first confirmation in Ohio was in Mingo Junction in 2020.ODA said the pest is a great concern to the grape and wine industry, which contributes more than $6 billion dollars in economic activity to the state yearly. An invasive tree known as tree of heaven is the primary host for spotted lanternfly.The public plays an important role in detecting this insect.How do you spot them?Black sooty mold around the base of plants or oozing sap may indicate the presence of the spotted lanternfly, however, other pests can cause these symptoms as well. The insect will lay eggs beginning in October through the beginning of winter. The egg masses are small, grey masses protected by a waxy covering.After hatching in late spring, the insect goes through four nymph stages. During the first three, they appear black with white spots, and in the last stage, which typically occurs during mid-summer, they are red with white dots and black stripes. During the late summer and autumn, the insect is in the adult moth stage. These adults are larger (approximately 1 inch), with black bodies and brightly colored wings.If you think you see spotted lanternfly or damage caused by them, please report it to ODA by filling out this observation form. A clear photo is required for submissions.
Spotted lanternflies are on the rise in Ohio, with experts fielding more and more reports of the invasive insect across the state.
Researchers with Ohio State University Extension said they have had several questions recently about the invasive insect, sharing photos of a recent infestation in downtown Toledo.
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Experts report the insect is growing in numbers, and nuisance, across the state,
The insect is native to China, India and Vietnam and attacks fruit plants, such as grape vines and apple trees, and ornamental and woody trees, ODA said.
The spotted lanternfly was first detected in eastern Pennsylvania in September 2014 and was likely brought to the United States by imported woody plants, wood products and other commodities. 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 plant pest and established regulations aimed at reducing the risk of spread. As a result of new detections, Franklin, Hamilton, Lucas, Mahoning and Muskingum counties will be added to the spotted lanternfly-regulated area. In regulated areas, spotted lanternfly infestations have been confirmed, and inspections are increased.
The spotted lanternfly was first detected in the U.S. in Pennsylvania in 2014. It was likely brought to the U.S. by imported goods. The first confirmation in Ohio was in Mingo Junction in 2020.
ODA said the pest is a great concern to the grape and wine industry, which contributes more than $6 billion dollars in economic activity to the state yearly. An invasive tree known as tree of heaven is the primary host for spotted lanternfly.
The public plays an important role in detecting this insect.
How do you spot them?
Black sooty mold around the base of plants or oozing sap may indicate the presence of the spotted lanternfly, however, other pests can cause these symptoms as well. The insect will lay eggs beginning in October through the beginning of winter. The egg masses are small, grey masses protected by a waxy covering.
After hatching in late spring, the insect goes through four nymph stages. During the first three, they appear black with white spots, and in the last stage, which typically occurs during mid-summer, they are red with white dots and black stripes. During the late summer and autumn, the insect is in the adult moth stage. These adults are larger (approximately 1 inch), with black bodies and brightly colored wings.
If you think you see spotted lanternfly or damage caused by them, please report it to ODA by filling out this observation form. A clear photo is required for submissions.