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Spotted lanternfly eggs? #929428

Asked April 23, 2026, 6:56 PM EDT

Hi, I am not sure if these are the egg masses of this invasive inseft? Thank you

Oakland County Michigan

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Neither of these are spotted lanternfly egg masses. The first one is mud cases of solitary wasps. I'm not certain if the second photo is strictly material from the vent or a combination of debris and more wasp nests.

Thank you for being vigilant against invasive species.

David Lowenstein Replied April 24, 2026, 12:29 PM EDT

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Spotted lanternfly eggs? #929428

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