It’s beautiful, it’s bold and it’s bad news for North Carolina. The spotted lanternfly, first detected in our state in 2022, may look flashy with its bright wings, but behind the showgirl exterior lies a destructive pest that threatens vineyards, orchards, landscape plants, and forests. It is spreading quickly, leaving behind plant damage, sticky messes, and big headaches for landowners. Join us to learn the full story of the spotted lanternfly – its life cycle, the damage it causes, and, most importantly, what YOU can do about it.
Dr. Kelly Oten, Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist, Department of Forestry and Environmental Resources, NC State University
The Lunchtime Discovery Series is produced by the NC DEQ Office of Environmental Education and Public Affairs in partnership with the NC Museum of Natural Sciences.
The Life of a Showgirl: The Flashy but Destructive Spotted Lanternfly
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