Spotted Lanternfly inNew York City, NYSPOTTED LANTERNFLY GUIDE
New York City confirmed SLF in 2020, initially on Staten Island. Populations spread rapidly through the outer boroughs and are now found throughout the five boroughs.
Where it's showing up
Key Neighborhoods
Highest activity zones
SLF Hotspots
Staten Island Greenbelt
Active zone
Bronx River Parkway corridor
Active zone
Jamaica Bay margins
Active zone
Hudson River waterfront parks
Active zone
Primary SLF food source
Tree of Heaven in New York City, NY
NYC parks, highway medians, and vacant lots harbor massive ToH populations. The invasive tree's density in urban NYC is one of the highest in the country.
Identify Tree of Heaven →Local action resources
What To Do in New York City, NY
Report a Sighting
Every sighting in New York City, NY maps the invasion front. Report directly to NY DEC.
Report Now →Squish on Sight
See a spotted lanternfly? Kill it immediately — it is legal and encouraged in all states. Learn the best kill methods.
Full Fight Guide →Map ToH in Your Block
Tree of Heaven removal cuts off SLF food supply. Add ToH sightings to the community map to guide removal efforts.
View Sighting Map →Statewide resources
Full NY State Guide
County-level data, quarantine zones, treatment guides, and agency resources for the entire state.
See the full NY guide →Community intelligence
Live Sighting Map
See where SLF has been spotted near you in New York City, NY. Add your own sighting to help map the front.
Open the Map →Free weekly fight briefing
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