Spotted Lanternfly
Photo credit: PA Department of Agriculture
Spotted lanternflies are an invasive insect from Southeast Asia. They feed on the sap of many kinds of trees, causing damage and disease. They are a major threat to fruit trees and plants, but do not bite or harm humans. Unfortunately, they have established themselves in our area.
Spotted Lanternfly Frequently Asked Questions (Penn State Extension)
Spotted lanternfly circle traps (Penn State Extension)
Eric R. Day, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Bugwood.org
Emerald Ash Borer
Another unfortunate pest plaguing our area is the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB). This invasive insect, native to Asia, exclusively impacts ash trees. The larva tunnel inside the tree, preventing the tree from transferring water and nutrients up its trunk. You have probably see bare trees (canopy dieback) after other trees have leafed out. Unfortunately there is no great ways to control them, only to limit their spread, never move firewood.
Emerald Ash Borer FAQs (Penn State Extension)
Return to Environmental Tips
