Spotlight on Spotted Lanternflies | Toledo News

Spotted lanternflies are still here — and they’re small, sticky, and deadly. Nymphs, black and white or red and black, are out now, and you’re supposed to squish ‘em. These Asian invaders, first spotted in Ohio in 2020, feast on tree of heaven, walnuts, and grapes, leaving behind a gooey mess that kills plants. Perrysburg’s getting $15K to fight back — removing host trees and setting up sticky traps, hoping predators will help. Adults may be on the way, but winter might have thinned the ranks. Bottom line: see one? Squish it. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/04a69bda4f14eaa3