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Heavy Infestation β€” Confirmed 2022

Spotted Lanternfly inPrince George's County, MDSPOTTED LANTERNFLY GUIDE

Confirmed
2022
Population Served
967,201
Status
Heavy Infestation

Prince George's County confirmed SLF in 2022 as populations spread from neighboring DC and Montgomery County. The Anacostia River corridor and Route 1 have been primary spread pathways. College Park and Beltsville areas are showing heavy counts, and Greenbelt parks have become significant infestation zones.

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Maryland statewide quarantine is in effect as of March 2026. Contact MD MDA for permit requirements.

Highest activity zones

SLF Hotspots in Prince George's County, MD

1

Anacostia River corridor

Active zone

2

Route 1 corridor

Active zone

3

Beltsville area

Active zone

4

Greenbelt parks

Active zone

5

College Park area

Active zone

Primary SLF food source

Tree of Heaven in Prince George's County, MD

Tree of Heaven is dense along the Anacostia River corridor and Route 1 in Prince George's County. Beltsville and College Park margins have heavy Ailanthus coverage that continues to fuel SLF population growth.

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Local action resources

What To Do in Prince George's County, MD

Report a Sighting

Every sighting in Prince George's County, MD maps the invasion front. Report directly to MD MDA.

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Squish on Sight

See a spotted lanternfly? Kill it immediately β€” it is legal and encouraged in all states. Learn the best kill methods.

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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.

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Statewide resources

Full MD State Guide

County-level data, quarantine zones, treatment guides, and agency resources for the entire state.

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Community intelligence

Live Sighting Map

See where SLF has been spotted near you in Prince George's County, MD. Add your own sighting to help map the front.

Open the Map β†’

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