The Flashy Red Invader Destroying Your Backyard: Why You Must Declare War on This Pest Today

Sticky residue, black mold, and dying trees may signal a spotted lanternfly invasion, an invasive pest that feeds on plants and weakens them through a sugary waste called “honeydew.”

The insect goes from black nymphs to red-spotted adults with distinctive red wings.

To control them:

• Crush visible insects
• Remove and destroy egg masses
• Manage “Tree of Heaven” host plants
• Use traps carefully to protect other wildlife

Early action is key to preventing major garden damage and spread.