HomeSpotted Lanternflies Are Hatching Again. but How Far Do They Spread Each Year?SavePrintSpotted lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula), an invasive pest, holds its wings open, exposing its bright red underwings. Eric Dale/ShutterstockTribune News Service5/31/2022|Updated: 5/31/2022By Frank Kummer From The Philadelphia InquirerPhiladelphia -- Black-and-white spotted lanternfly nymphs about a quarter-inch long are starting to hatch in the region, hopping across decks, patios, and trees before they morph over the summer into flying Technicolor adults.We had a problem loading this article. Please enable javascript or use a different browser. If the issue persists, please visit our help center.Share this articleLeave a commentTribune News ServiceAuthorAuthor’s Selected Articles7 Surprising Reasons Retirees Are Going Back to WorkOct 25, 2025Longevity Travel Is the Next Big Travel Trend: Here’s What It InvolvesOct 24, 2025This 3-Course Vegan Meal Is Great for Vegetarian Awareness MonthOct 23, 20257 Guilt-Free Ways to Spend Your Retirement CashOct 23, 2025Related Topicsinsecticidepest control