The Spotted Lanternfly is infesting NYC and are a threat to trees and plants in Central Park and the whole state.
Every little bit of effort helps when it comes to stomping out Spotted Lanternflys. The pretty little things arrived here by a container ship, it is believed and have been destroying crops, orchards, plants and trees ever since. NYC Parks and leading scientists ask if you see a spotted lanternfly, please squish and dispose of this invasive pest.
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