COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – Ohio residents may soon notice gray, putty-like masses on their trees or outdoor furniture, as invasive bugs lay eggs across the state.
Spotted lanternflies begin laying eggs in October, and continue to do so through December, according to the Ohio Department of Agriculture. The egg masses, containing around 30-50 eggs, survive through the winter and hatch in April through June.
The insects prefer to lay their eggs on hard, flat surfaces in sheltered areas, including on trees, buildings, firewood, outdoor furniture, grills, vehicles, lawn equipment and toys.
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Brian Baldrige, director of the ODA, previously told NBC4 his department encourages people to inspect common areas where the bugs like to lay eggs, then scrape any masses off and place them in soapy water to kill them…