SLF: Squish don't Stick

Squish! Don't Stick!

Spotted Lanternfly numbers are up in our region, and we’ve heard numerous reports of well-meaning homeowners covering trees with sticky tape to capture the invasive lanternflies.

Audubon Society of Western Pennsylvania encourages the public NOT to use sticky tape for Spotted Lanternfly control. The tape lives up to its name and can capture birds and beneficial insects, leading to serious injury or a prolonged and painful death. Birds trapped in the tape fight to escape, losing feathers, breaking bones, and leaving themselves vulnerable to predators. 

Be a friend to birds and beneficial insects – say no to sticky tape and yes to the tried-and-true method of squishing Spotted Lanternflies.

Download a Squish - Don't Stick flyer to post in your neighborhood.