弗吉尼亚州的斑点季节开始较早, 在60-70%的地区蔓延. Virginia's spotted lanternfly season starts early amid spread to 60-70% of state.

弗吉尼亚州的斑点季节已经开始, 当局警告说这种侵袭性害虫正在扩散到该州60-70%地区. Virginia's spotted lanternfly season has started, with officials warning the invasive pest is spreading to 60-70% of the state. 昆虫通过食用树液破坏作物和树木. Egg masses are hatching earlier this year, possibly due to climate adaptation, and the insects damage crops and trees by feeding on sap. 居民们被要求通过卵和挤压幼虫来帮助控制人口. Residents are urged to help control the population by scraping eggs and squishing nymphs.