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Spotted Lanternfly
Spotted lanternfly (SLF) was first detected in Virginia in 2018. SLF is native to China and is also found in India, Japan, Korea, and Vietnam. Researchers believe SLF likely arrived from Asia through commercial trade, possibly two years earlier than when it was first detected. SLF continues to spread through Virginia and the eastern US. It is highly invasive and can spread rapidly when introduced into new areas. The invasiveness of SLF is attributed to its wide host plant range and a lack of natural enemies in invaded areas.
Aug 21, 2025 ENTO-180NP (ENTO-614NP)