ALERT: Spotted Lanternflies Sightings Increase

The first SLF that we know of was spotted August 12th, 2021 at Ferndale & Scenic, a block from Hillside Woods. Three were reported to the Conservation Commission that summer. One year later, we are getting handfuls of reports. Keep your eyes peeled: this emerging threat has devastated entire counties in Pennsylvania.

IF YOU SEE ONE, PLEASE REPORT IT:

• Take pictures of the insect, egg masses and/or infestation signs (include something for scale such as a coin or ruler) and email to spottedlanternfly@agriculture.ny.gov.

• Or, even better: fill out the Spotted Lanternfly Public Report Form

• AND: report to the Conservation Commission; we can organize swat teams to scout for egg masses.

• If you use iNaturalist or iMapInvasives, report there as well.

• Note the location (address, intersecting roads, landmarks or GPS coordinates). SLF is a serious threat, one of the worst invasive pest calamities in decades.

INFORMATION AND ID:

• • At this time of year (August-onward) you will see only adults or egg masses.

  • Here is a page on how to identify and handle SLF.

  • Share this Spanish-speaking version with any Spanish speakers you know, including landscape workers.

  • Handy guide from NYS Department of Environmental Conservation for identification that includes look-alikes you should not kill!

  • This UPENN FAQ has helpful information.

  • Great video to tell you all you need to know.

  • Come spring, look for the wingless black and white or red, black and white nymphs.

If we all pitch in to suppress the looming SLF infestation, we may be able to avoid the worst of its impact. Please feel free to reach out with any questions.