 Photo Credit: Magi Kern on Unsplash The invasive spotted lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula), native to eastern Asia, has been spreading in Maryland since 2018 (and in the U.S. since 2014). In Anne Arundel County, several sightings have been confirmed, and the county now falls within Maryland’s spotted lanternfly quarantine zone to help limit the spread of this destructive pest. The lanternfly feeds on the sap of many plants, including grapevines, fruit trees, hardwoods, and ornamentals, posing a serious threat to local landscapes and gardens. Madeline Potter, University of Maryland Extension Specialist for Entomology and IPM, has created a helpful handout with key facts, common myths debunked, and practical steps you can take—such as identifying egg masses, reporting sightings, and removing the invasive Tree-of-Heaven—to help manage these pests if you spot them in your home or community garden.
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