Spotted Lanternfly Update

Spotted Lanternfly adult

Adults (mostly single individuals) being found around NY possibly introduced from vehicles, besides established populations around Sloatsburg, Orangeburg, NYC boroughs. Report sightings in new areas to spottedlanternfly@agriculture.ny.gov with clear photos if possible. Adults are skittish and may jump if disturbed. Some moths might be mistaken for SLF such as the Arge tiger moth recently submitted. Penn State has recently posted a management guide. Note not all insecticides named are registered for use in NY; for the NY list see the NYS IPM website.

Arge tiger moth
Arge tiger moth (courtesy Martin Andrews)
Spotted lanternfly adult
Spotted lanternfly adult (courtesy Erica Smyers, Penn State)