Why you’re seeing fewer spotted lanternflies this year

Is it because of all that stomping? Here's what the experts said.

View in browser|nytimes.com September 24, 2024 Just a year ago, spotted lanternflies were impossible to miss in New York City. But this year has felt different. Hiroko Masuike/The New York Times Has all that stomping actually made a difference? → Sign up for the New York Today newsletter Metropolitan Diary and local reporting, plus our weekly series, Street Wars. Get it in your inbox Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this message because you signed up for updates from The New York Times. To stop receiving From The Times, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018