NORTH CAROLINA, USA — The invasive Spotted Lanternfly is spreading across parts of the Triad, with experts warning the public to take immediate action to help control its population.
First detected in Kernersville in 2022, the insect has now been reported in Greensboro, Oak Ridge, Colfax, and Winston-Salem, according to scientists monitoring the spread.
Experts said the bugs are entering their adult stage, making them more visible. Recognizable by their pale pink wings, black spots, and a shimmering appearance similar to a paper lantern, the insects are now forming mating swarms as they shift from feeding to reproduction…