Melissa in the Morning: “We’re Taking Over”

Spotted Lanternflies were first found in Berks County, Pennsylvania in 2014 and has spread to surrounding states.

Melissa in the Morning: “We’re Taking Over”

Have you seen more spotted lantern flies in Connecticut lately? Scientists say, you’re not crazy. Experts at The Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station have been getting an influx of public sightings of the insects, especially in Milford. Connecticut’s State Entimologist, Victoria Smith, explained why the invasive bug is popping up more than ever.

For more information: https://portal.ct.gov/caes/caps/caps/spotted-lanternfly—slf

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