Invasive species spotted lanternfly spotted in more places in NY
There have been more spottings of the invasive lanternflies in New York.
The state Department of Agriculture is warning the public about more sightings of the spotted lanternfly, which is an invasive species.
They have been spotted in Albany and Schenectady counties. People are being urged to report any sightings and scrap any egg groupings or masses you see to prevent the spread of them.
The spotted lanternfly is a non-native insect that feeds on more than 100 different plant species across New York state.