Spotted lanternflies — the colorful insects that began invading U.S. cities and suburbs about seven years ago — have become a major concern for gardeners, farmers, and homeowners across the country.

Spotted lanternflies are an invasive insect species first spotted in Ohio in 2020. Adult spotted lanternflies breed and lay egg masses late in the fall, and the eggs then hatch in the spring. Scraping ...

CINCINNATI — An invasive insect species is making its presence known in the Cincinnati area, and experts are urging residents to take action when they encounter these destructive pests. The spotted ...

You can remove egg masses by using a scraper or a plastic card. Egg masses look like grey masses with waxy coating. If you've watched "Starship Troopers," then you'll know how menacing invasive ...

In just three years, the invasive spotted lanternfly has spread from the Springfield area to over 50 cities and towns in the Commonwealth. As families soak up the last of summer and begin their ...

MISSOURI, USA — A small pest is knocking on Missouri's door, worrying agriculture and conservation officials across the state. The spotted lanternfly may make an appearance in the state this summer ...

Its eye-catching red hindwings and spotted gray wings are hard to forget. Yours might be the first sighting in the county, let alone your town. The invasive insect is spreading into Western ...

These invasive insects are spreading across Ohio. And anyone who spots them is encouraged to show no remorse and kill them immediately. The Ohio Department of Agriculture added six more counties to ...