28 August 2024
I used to be starting to suppose we had been protected this yr however now I’m not so positive. After surprisingly few noticed lanternflies (Lycorma delicatula) in July and August, there are all of the sudden extra of them within the air and on buildings and bushes. Uh oh!
Have you ever seen extra noticed lanternflies, too? I feel I do know why.
- Their peak inhabitants was in September final yr so we most likely haven’t reached the height but. Nevertheless it’s coming.
- Noticed lanternflies love warmth and it has been scorching this week. Yesterday’s excessive was 94°F –> 13° above regular.
- Why do I see them fly by my sixth flooring home windows? They love top as properly.
Final yr I mused on their love of top and warmth. I positive hope their inhabitants doesn’t get so unhealthy this yr!
