Spotted Laternfly Control in Long Island | Laternfly Spraying Treatement

Spotted lanternfly Spraying in Long Island

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The spotted lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula) is an invasive pest that has been causing significant damage to various plants and trees, especially in North America. Here's a comprehensive overview of the spotted lanternfly, including its identification, impact, management, and current research:

Spotted lanternfly (SLF) may occur on a variety of plant species, including:

· Tree of heaven (Ailanthus altissima) (preferred host)

· Apple (Malus spp.)

· Plum, cherry, peach, apricot (Prunus spp.)

· Grape (Vitis spp.)

· Pine (Pinus spp.)

· Sycamore (Platanus occidentalis)

· American beech (Fagus grandifolia)

· Black gum (Nyssa sylvatica)

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Identification

1. Life Stages:

• Egg Masses:
  • Appearance:      Grayish, brownish, or tan. Rough and putty-like texture.
  • Size:      About 1 inch long and 0.5 inches wide.
  • Season:      Laid in late summer to early fall.
• Nymphs:
  • Appearance:      Black with white spots. As they mature, they develop red patches.
  • Size:      Small, from 1/8 inch to 1 inch in length.
  • Season:      Present from late spring to summer.
• Adults:
  • Appearance:      Forewings are gray with black spots. Hindwings are red with black spots.
  • Size:      About 1 inch long with a wingspan of 2 inches.
  • Season:      Active from late summer to fall.

Impact

1. Agricultural and Economic Damage:

• The spotted lanternfly feeds on a wide range of plants      including fruit trees (like grapes, apples, and peaches), hardwood trees,      and ornamentals.
• They excrete a sticky substance called honeydew, which      can lead to sooty mold, damaging the aesthetics and health of plants and      trees.

2. Ecological Effects:

• They disrupt the balance of local ecosystems by feeding      on native plants and trees, which can lead to declines in plant health and      affect the species that depend on those plants.

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