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Spotted lanternfly could be mistaken for a beautiful and delicate moth.  The bright red accent on the wings and the cute polka dots make it look harmless.  Quite the opposite is the case.  These tiny insects are destructive and potentially harmful to the US orchard, grape, and logging industries. These critters have been in the US since 2014, but now, they have crept into Northern Virginia.  With the recent sighting in Loudoun County in August 2022, we need to be diligent to cease the spread. See how to recognize them and what to do if you find one (or more) in your area.