Insect

Spotted lanternfly

Lycorma delicatula (White, 1845)

Invasive summary

A planthopper that feeds on many plants and spreads through egg masses on transported materials.

Known impacts

Threatens grapes, fruit trees, hardwoods, nursery stock, and outdoor recreation areas.

Management notes

Scrape egg masses, inspect vehicles and outdoor goods, remove tree-of-heaven where appropriate, and follow local quarantine rules.

Native range

Asia

Regions where reported

  • US - 40 public points
  • CA - 7 public points
  • MX - 1 public point