Selectman says squash them immediately

First Selectman Camillo said in his weekly newsletter here that he heard from several residents that spotted lanternflies are back in Greenwich. While they don't pose any kind of health threat to humans, the spotted lanternfly can do serious harm to plants and trees.

The ones you are seeing now in Greenwich are spotted lanternflies in the later nymph stages. They are black and red with white spots. When they feed on the sap of trees and plants they can create a sooty mold that could potentially lead to dieback and stunted growth.

The Selectman said if you see a spotted lanternfly, "the best thing to do is squash it immediately because taking these insects out is the best way to help prevent future spread."

Between the Lines: Greenwich residents can now feel free to take out their frustrations on these bad critters.

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