Spotted lanternfly in third N.C. county

Spotted lanternfly in third N.C. county

The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services confirmed an established presence of the invasive spotted lanternfly in Rockingham County.

City of Bloomington urges vigilance as Spotted Lanternfly nears

BLOOMINGTON—The City of Bloomington is alerting residents to the growing threat of the Spotted Lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula). This invasive insect has been confirmed in Bartholomew County, approximately 50 miles from Bloomington. This pest poses a serious risk to local agriculture, landscapes, and natural ecosystems. An adult Spotted Lanternfly with red and white nymphs. The invasive Spotted Lanternfly was first sighted in Pennsylvania in 201…