Public Notice from the Department of Public Works: Invasive Insect Infestation Identified
Mass. Dept. of Agricultural Resources (MDAR) recently confirmed an infestation of the invasive insect known as spotted lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula or “SLF”) in Franklin. A survey team was following up on a report that came in to us at the end of August, and confirmed that the insects were present in that area. We do not yet know the full extent of the infestation - only a preliminary survey has been done so far.
Spotted lanternfly is a pest that attacks tree-of-heaven, grapevines, maple trees, hop vines, and many other types of plants. This pest is known to impact grape/wine producers and other agricultural commodities, and can also interfere with outdoor recreation if infestations reach high levels, due to the swarming behavior of adult SLF in late summer and fall.
Mass. Dept. of Agricultural Resources (MDAR) recently confirmed an infestation of the invasive insect known as spotted lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula or “SLF”) in Franklin. A survey team was following up on a report that came in to us at the end of August, and confirmed that the insects were present in that area. We do not yet know the full extent of the infestation - only a preliminary survey has been done so far.
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That said, the insects themselves do not bite or sting - they are a nuisance because they gather in large numbers in areas where people are, and cover anything they are on with a sticky, sugary waste product known as honeydew.
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