How to stop spread of invasive spotted lanternfly in Massachusetts
Massachusetts agricultural officials are asking for the public's help limiting the spread of the invasive spotted lanternfly.
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Massachusetts agricultural officials are asking for the public's help limiting the spread of the invasive spotted lanternfly.
People in Massachusetts are asked to help stop the spread of an invasive insect that kills vegetation.
The spotted lanternfly could spell doom for some vegetation while creating a sticky mess in the woods near people's homes.
Landscapers say invasive spotted lanternflies are popping up heavily in the Metrowest area. WBZ-TV's Mike Sullivan reports.
The invasive spotted lanternfly has been confirmed in more than 50 communities across Massachusetts.
The invasive species have the ability to "attack or defoliate hundreds of tree and plant species," the USDA warns.
An infestation of spotted lanternflies has been confirmed in Wellesley.
