Join the Battle. Beat the Bug. Stop the Spread of the Spotted Lanternfly.
The Spotted Lanternfly is an invasive planthopper that poses significant threats to our crops, plants, and trees. All New Jersey residents should be aware of what the Spotted Lanternfly looks like and what to do if they see one. We encourage all Franklin Township residents and visitors to review the links below to learn more about this "bad bug".
https://www.franklintwpnj.org/home/showdocument?id=23228
Presentation by Megan H. - Spotted Lanternfly
Megan H. of Girl Scout Troop #60607, performed extensive research and created the informative presentation and flyer as part of her Gold Award Project. Her hard work will benefit the Township's residents and visitors and is very helpful in the stewardship of our beautiful open spaces and preserves. Megan's work is truly appreciated!
Provided by Megan H. GSHNJ Troop 60607 Gold Award Project
Get more information at aphis.usda.gov/hungrypests/slfbiz
LOOK BEFORE YOU LEAVE!
Checklist for residents living in Spotted Lanternfly quarantine areas https://www.nj.gov/agriculture/divisions/pi/pdf/NJResidenceSLFChecklist.pdf
How to make traps:
Easy and simple netting trap for the Spotted Lanternfly - YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3JrP2jzps7w
Jar Circle Trap for Spotted Lanternflies: How to Set Up - YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0YdS_JYxP2g
Websites/Resources:
1. https://extension.psu.edu/spotted-lanternfly - https://extension.psu.edu/spotted-lanternfly
2. http://iowatreepests.com/slf_home.html - http://iowatreepests.com/slf_home.html
3. https://www.nj.gov/agriculture/divisions/pi/prog/pests-diseases/spotted-lanternfly/ - https://www.nj.gov/agriculture/divisions/pi/prog/pests-diseases/spotted-lanternfly/
4. https://www.quora.com/Why-arent-birds-eating-the-spotted-lantern-flies-if-theyre-big-slow-and-easy-to-see - https://www.quora.com/Why-arent-birds-eating-the-spotted-lantern-flies-if-theyre-big-slow-and-easy-to-see
5. https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/resources/pests-diseases/hungry-pests/the-threat/spotted-lanternfly/spotted-lanternfly - https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/resources/pests-diseases/hungry-pests/the-threat/spotted-lanternfly/spotted-lanternfly
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Activities:
Kahoot Link - https://create.kahoot.it/share/spotted-lanternfly-by-mh/e9ba11c9-5f64-4a0a-9231-062bb3dc375a
Quizlet Link - https://quizlet.com/588821029/match
Address/Location
Township of Franklin
475 Demott Ln
Franklin Township, NJ 08873
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 732-873-5533