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Lunchtime Discovery: Controlling the Spread of the Spotted Lanternfly in North Carolina

  • Wednesday, June 15, 2022
  • 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Spotted Lanternfly

Dr. Kelly Oten, Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist, NC State University Department of Forestry and Environmental Resources

The Spotted Lanternfly is knocking on North Carolina’s door. First detected in Pennsylvania in 2014, this invasive insect is spreading quickly and was recently found very close to our state line. It’s likely just a matter of time until it’s confirmed here. But what will this newest pest mean for our state, and what is being done about it? Join us to learn about this insect’s biology, the many problems it will bring with it, and the survey, management and outreach programs in place.

Join us on YouTube!


Live Virtual Presentation hosted by NC Museum of Natural Sciences’ SECU Daily Planet Curator Chris Smith and the NC Department of Environmental Quality Office of Environmental Education and Public Affairs staff.

You can post questions in the YouTube chat or tweet questions to #LunchTimeDiscovery and mention @NorthCarolinaEE.

Brought to you by the NC DEQ Office of Environmental Education and Public Affairs and the NC Museum of Natural Sciences.

Details

Date:
June 15, 2022
Times:
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Fee:
Free

Venue

Virtual
NC United States

Organizer

Chris Smith
919.707.9296