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There may be a surge Spotted lantern Experts warn that the population has experienced a significant decline this year.
The predictions are based on an increase in egg mass in vineyards in Burks County, Pennsylvania, like Atlanta-based Orkin entomologist Ben Hottel told Fox News Digital Numbers.
“While it’s unclear whether this increase means a real surge in the population, experts still ask people to remain alert as activity rises this season,” he said.
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“As the weather continues to warm, people may start to see more lantern activity in the coming weeks,” Hotel added.
An article in the New York Post called them “carnival” and claimed that the lanterns “go out their all.”
Experts warn that spotted lanterns may surge this year after a sharp drop in population before. (Gary Hershorn/Getty Image)
Experts say that while lanterns pose serious risks to plants and crops, they are not dangerous to humans or animals. Insects do not sting, bite or spread disease.
However, the National Park Service warns that these invasive insects could pose a threat to agricultural production.
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“Once established in a region, (spotted lanternfly) has the potential to greatly affect the forest ecosystem, Agricultural production and cultural resources,” its website notes.
Although the lanternfly prefers to feed on invasive paradise, which is also invasive, meaning it spreads rapidly and damages the local ecosystem, it is a “indistinguishable pest” that feeds on more than 70 different plant species.
Although the lanternfly prefers to feed on exotic paradise, it is a “indistinguishable pest” that feeds on more than 70 different plant species. (Andy Lavalley/Tribune Post-Tribune/Tribune News Service via Getty Images)
They also excrete a substance that causes harmful mold growth On the plantExperts pointed out.
Pest services such as Orkin recommend that homeowners remove young paradise seedlings to prevent found lanternflies from invading their property.
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Northeast states have the most mature population, although lanterns are beginning to spread to other areas such as the Midwest and Southeast.
“When spotted lanterns invade new areas, the population tends to surge, and in a few years, the population tends to decrease.”
Northeast states have the most mature population, although lanterns are beginning to spread to other areas such as the Midwest and Southeast. (Robert J. Polett/Design Pics editing/Universal image group via Getty Images)
Because insects place eggs on hard surfaces such as vehicles, firewood, bricks, stones and other items, it is easy for humans to transport pests, unconsciously.
“This means that lanterns can be expanded more widely to new territory and cause more damage,” Hotel warned.
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“While this doesn’t sound important, the massive deaths of native flora and fauna in North America will have a big impact on our local ecosystem.”
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People who think they have seen spotted lanterns should call their local pest control office to help identify and address concerns about infestation.
