Have You Seen This Bug? If So, Destroy It!

The Spotted Lanternfly is the most recent invasive bug species from overseas to show up here in the U.S. by way of international commerce.

As of recently, the bug has been seen on the east coast and throughout Pennsylvania. Horticultural experts say the Spotted Lanternfly is of particular concern because they feast on grapevines, apple trees, stone fruit trees, and pine trees.

Here's hoping they don't make their way towards the midwest!

Anyone who finds Spotted Lanternflies in any stage of development is being instructed to destroy them, take a photo of them if possible, and then contact the Minnesota State Department of Agriculture at (651) 201-6000.

You can read about this insect here...