Spotted Lanternfly
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Pair of PSU Scientists to Discuss Penn State’s Extraordinary Effort to Eradicate the Spotted Lanternfly on Nov. 4 NoonZOOM
Since 2014, when spotted lanternflies first appeared in neighboring Berks County, the invasive pests have not just spoiled our enjoyment of the outdoors, but also…
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Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board Funds Penn State Study of Spotted Lanternfly on Cabernet Franc Grapes
Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board has approved a grant for Penn State to study the effects of the spotted lanternfly on cabernet franc, the grape variety…
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Squashing Social Media Rumors: Are Spotted Lanternflies Toxic to Pets’ Feet? No!
While social media search results for ‘spotted lanternflies toxic to pets’ may indicate otherwise, experts say there is no evidence supporting the claim. They continue…
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Spotted Lanternfly Quarantines, Like the Pesky Bugs Themselves, Continue to Spread Across Pennsylvania
As the infestation of the summer’s most annoying bug continues, more and more Pennsylvania counties are declaring spotted lanternfly quarantines. Keira Wingate reported the developments…
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Pennsylvania Battles Spotted Lanternfly Infestation with Quarantines and Student-led ‘Squish Squads’
Despite quarantines and “squish squads,” the spotted lanternfly continues to spread across the Mid-Atlantic and beyond, write Kevin Ambrose and Kasha Patel for The Washington…
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Boy’s Kansas State Fair Bug Collection Display with a Spotted Lanternfly Triggers State, Federal Investigation
A boy who entered his bug collection at the Kansas State Fair with a spotted lanternfly among other insects triggered both a state and federal…
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Online Tool From Penn State Predicts Spotted Lanternfly Egg Hatch
A new online tool created using research by scientists in Penn State’s College of Agricultural Sciences helps predict the seasonal egg hatch for spotted lanternflies,…
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Are Lanternflies Disappearing From the Philadelphia Region? Sort Of.
Spotted Lanternflies seem to have disappeared or are traveling in much smaller numbers in the Philadelphia region. The operative word is “seem to,” writes Frank…
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Fight Against Spotted Lanternflies Intensifies as Invasive Pest Hatches
The state Department of Agriculture is intensifying efforts to contain the spread of spotted lanternflies. The timing is apt, as the invasive pest hatches throughout the region, writes…
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Pennsylvania Agriculture Department to Lanternflies on the Move: ‘No Hitchhiking!’
In its strategy to slow the spotted lanternfly infestation, Pennsylvania is using a pesticide to deter the buggers from latching onto vehicles heading into the state, reports The Philadelphia Inquirer. Crews armed…
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The Return of the Brood X Cicadas and Their 90 Decibel Chirping
It’s going to be a noisy Spring, writes Allie Miller for phillyvoice.com. Brood X, or Brood 10, cicadas will crawl out of their 17-year forest…
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We Have Spotted Lanternfly to Thank for New Honey That Tastes Like ‘Epitome of Autumn’
It might be hard to believe, but the invasive pest that has been terrorizing Pennsylvania and its trees for nearly seven years has managed to…
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Penn State Research Finds Promising Weapon to Exterminate Dreaded Spotted Lanternfly
With the spotted lanternfly population threatening a potential $324 million in economic loss and nearly 3,000 jobs, Penn State researchers have found promising ways to…
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Local Artists Turn Death of Spotted Lanternfly into Catchy Music and Stylish Jewelry
As terrible as the Spotted Lanternfly is and as much damage as they cause, these two artistic Montgomery County individuals are making the most out…
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Using Facebook, Penn State Scientists Search for Native Species to Combat Spotted Lanternfly
Scientists are currently searching for native species that will prey on the spotted lanternfly and help in efforts to control the invasive pest, writes Lisa…
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Penn Vet Adds a Dog’s Nose to Arsenal of Weapons Against the Dreaded Lanternfly
Man’s Best Friend is joining the front lines in the spotted lanternfly battle, reports the 6abc staff and Christie Ileto for 6acbc.com. The dogs come…
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Best Methods for Combating Spotted Lanternfly During Nymph Stage
Research conducted by the experts at Giroud Tree and Lawn in cooperation with Penn State University’s Department of Entomology and Cooperative Extension has determined that…
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Lake in Nearby Berks County Could Hold the Key to Killing the Spotted Lanternfly
Blue Marsh Lake in nearby Berks County could hold the key to finding an environmentally friendly solution to killing the spotted lanternfly, writes Lisa Scheid…
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