The spotted lanternfly, a highly invasive pest from Asia, damages trees and other woody plants by feeding on their sap, impacting agricultural production.
Spotted lanternflies do not bite or sting humans, but they swarm and cover surfaces with a sticky substance known as 'honeydew,' creating a nuisance.
Adult spotted lanternflies are about one inch long, with brown wings spotted in black and bright red hindwings visible in flight.
Officials encourage reporting the invasive species via an MDAR form and recommend capturing and squishing any spotted lanternfly sightings.
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