Spotted Lanternfly Virginia Map

Current Distribution of Spotted Lanternfly in Virginia

This map shows the currently known distribution for reproducing populations of Spotted Lanternfly in Virginia. The map does not include Spotted Lanternfly detections thought to be associated with the transport of commercial goods or hitchhiking in private vehicles. The information on the map is current as of the date on the map. This map will be updated periodically as needed.

Your local Virginia Cooperative Extension office can assist you with information on how to manage Spotted Lanternfly on your property, how to obtain a Spotted Lanternfly permit for your business, or how to recognize Spotted Lanternfly or its favored host tree, Ailanthus (also known as tree-of-Heaven). Find your local office at: https://ext.vt.edu/offices.html