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New Invasive bug in my Garden #876111

Asked July 06, 2024, 1:52 PM EDT

Can you tell me about this PEST

Baltimore County Maryland

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These are Spotted Lanternfly nymphs. It is an invasive pest which has become common in our area. See information below from U of Md Extension. To remove them, sweep them off surfaces into a container of soapy water.
https://extension.umd.edu/resource/spotted-lanternfly-home-gardens/

Thanks for contacting Ask Extension.

Taffy Replied July 08, 2024, 8:08 AM EDT

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New Invasive bug in my Garden #876111

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