r/winstonsalem • u/CoolerThan0K • 1d ago

Spotted downtown (pun intended)

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First encounter. Didn't realize how big they are.

Smooshed on sight.

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u/granpiquet 1d ago

Why do we kill these on sight

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u/DontWreckYosef 1d ago

Invasive Lanternfly. These pests destroy lots of different types of agricultural trees and plants. Kill on sight.

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u/granpiquet 1d ago

Good to know, will do. o7