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Insects, including the spotted lanternflies, have swings in population sizes over the years.

Washington County is a spotted lanternfly quarantine zone.

Leaders say it's important to do your part and combat the spread if you see the bug in your area.

Here's how to make your own circle trap to catch Spotted Lanternflies Penn State Extension provides step-by-step instructions on how to make a trap that will get rid of the pests without hurting pollinators or small animals. Author: Keith Schweigert (FOX43) Updated: 1:46 PM EDT May 21, 2021 HARRISBURG, Pa. — Note: The video is from May 13. Spotted lanterfly season is beginning, and soon many Pennsylvania property owners will be looking for ways to rid themselves of the pesky invasive bugs. Friday in Harrisburg, a specialist from the Pennsylvania Department o...

It's spotted lanternfly season again, and the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture says you can do your part in helping slow the spread of the harmful pest.Spotted lanternflies are invasive and can damage plants, trees and crops, but they can be ensnared in a circle trap."Circle traps are inexpensive to buy, easy to make with items you may have around the house and very effective," said Jay Losiewicz, of the agriculture department.Instructions for building a circle trapThe trap is comprised of netting that is wrapped around and stapled to a tree. The netting directs spotted lanternfly ...