The damage Spongy Moth (formerly known as Gypsy Moth) Caterpillars cause is a significant stressor to our trees. The moths target oak and then will chew their way through other species like alder and aspen. In heavily impacted areas they will eventually eat most of the foliage on a homeowners’ property making the trees look like November in July. Although the health of the trees suffer from this attack, over 80% will completely recover by next spring.
Spongy Moth General Information
NY State DEC
USDA-Forest Service
Cornell IPM
Spongy Moth Control
General Information about Spongy Moths
Spongy Moth Control
Flighted Spongy Moth Information
Flighted Spongy Moth – USDA Animal and Health Inspection Service
See this page for a Comparison Chart to identify the Flighted Spongy Moth compared to the Forest Tent and Eastern Tent Caterpillars.
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Spotted Lanternfly
SLF Webpage
If you find Spotted Lanternfly in New York:
- Take pictures of the insect, egg masses, or infestation you see and, if possible, include something for size, such as a coin or ruler.
- If possible, collect the insect. Place in a bag and freeze, or in a jar with rubbing alcohol or hand sanitizer.
- Note the location (street address and zip code, intersecting roads, landmarks, or GPS coordinates).
- Email pictures and location to spottedlanternfly@agriculture.ny.gov OR fill out the form at Spotted Lanternfly Public Report, which includes specimen information.
- For more information, visit the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation website page on Spotted Lanternfly.
Additional Spotted Lanternfly Links:
SLF FAQ
SLF Prevention
NYSIPM Interactive SLF Map
Click on image below to find the updated map:
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Asian Longhorned Beetle
ALB Longhorned Beetle Regulation
Any sightings should be reported to the Asian Longhorned Beetle Hotline 866-265-0301.
