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September 15, 2025 - 3:05pm -- mcwain.8@osu.edu

Spotted Lanternflies have been seen in Summit County. Here is information to help identify and manage the spotted lanternfly.

 

Ohio Department of Agriculture

Spotted Lanternfly

Spotted Lanternfly Management Guide

Spotted Lanternfly on a piece of wood

U.S. Department of Agriculture

Spotted Lanternfly Pest Alert

 

Tree-of-Heaven is the Spotted Lanternfly's favorite host. 

Identifying Tree-of-Heaven

Tree-of-Heaven with green leaves and orange flowers

Tree-of-Heaven with green leaves

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Summit County Office

440 Vernon Odom Blvd
Akron OH 44307-2108
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