Township Of Cranford: Spotted Lanternfly Information

Press release from the Township of Cranford:

August 16, 2021 - 9:35am

The Spotted Lanternfly is an invasive species and a serious threat to New Jersey’s agriculture industry and wildlife habitats. It can damage or kill native trees and carve a destructive path through other plants.

It is important to destroy the Spotted Lanternfly or its egg masses if you see them. If you see a Spotted Lanternfly, help Stomp it Out!

To help fight the spotted lanternfly in Cranford, report sightings to the New Jersey Department of Agriculture by using the online reporting tool or call 833-4BADBUG (833-422-3284). For other questions, email us at SLF-plantindustry@ag.nj.gov. For more information, including photos of the lanternfly and its eggs at various stages, visit nj.gov/agriculture/divisions/pi/prog/spottedlanternfly.

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This press release was produced by the Township of Cranford. The views expressed here are the author’s own.