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Is this a Spotted Lanternfly?
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Beetle ID #843985
Asked August 03, 2023, 11:29 AM EDT
Is this a Spotted Lanternfly?
Lorain County Ohio
Expert Response
The insect in your photograph is NOT a Spotted Lantern Fly. The Lantern fly 4th instar nymph is similar in color to your photo, but the body structure is very different. Illustrations provided in the link below are clear, and reliable.
https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/resources/pests-diseases/hungry-pests/the-threat/spotted-lanternfly/spotted-lanternfly
You may find more information by calling or visiting the Lorain County office of The OSU Extension Service at:
42110 Russia Road
Elyria, OH 44035
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Thank you for your question. I hope this information is useful for you. We wish you success.
https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/resources/pests-diseases/hungry-pests/the-threat/spotted-lanternfly/spotted-lanternfly
You may find more information by calling or visiting the Lorain County office of The OSU Extension Service at:
42110 Russia Road
Elyria, OH 44035
Phone:<personal data hidden>
Fax:<personal data hidden>
<personal data hidden>
Thank you for your question. I hope this information is useful for you. We wish you success.