Spotted Lanternfly
INSECT
The spotted lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula) is an invasive pest that impacts a wide range of plants as it feeds throughout the growing season. This non-native leafhopper was first identified in Pennsylvania back in 2014 and has since spread to 10 other states. It was first found in Illinois in fall of 2023 and efforts are underway to discover its population and prevent further spread.