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The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

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The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News

A lanternfly swatter in Roc’s mouth.

Pitt biology professor discusses declining lanternfly population

By Adrienne Cahillane, Contributing Editor September 30, 2024
Students and Professor David Outomuro feel that there are less lanternflies in Pittsburgh than in previous years.
A spotted lanternfly.

Editorial | Kill them all: Spotted lanternflies are invasive

By The Pitt News Editorial Board September 11, 2022
Local agriculture agencies across the Northeast and Midwest have started “If you see it, kill it” campaigns against the invasive spotted lanternfly, and now it’s time for The Pitt News to run our own. 
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