Spotted Lanternfly, an Invasive Species, Discovered in Three Metro Detroit Counties






A Spotted Lanternfly, an invasive species, has been detected in Wayne, Oakland, and Monroe counties, as reported by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) confirmed these findings after conducting a survey across 20 counties in Michigan. While the Spotted Lanternfly has been previously identified in Oakland and Monroe counties, it was spotted in Monroe County for the first time.

Originally from Eastern Asia, this invasive insect was first found in the U.S. about a decade ago. It feeds on a wide variety of plants, including grapevines and trees like black walnut, river birch, willow, sumac, and red maple. As they feed, they produce a sticky substance that can coat nearby plants and ground, often causing discoloration or plant death.

Officials urge the public to report sightings of Spotted Lanternfly eggs, nymphs, or adults. If you see one, take a photo, note the date, time, and location, and report it. More information on this invasive species can be found at the provided link.

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