The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News
The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News
The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News
An illustration of a dead lanternfly.

Where’d all the flies go? Experts, students discuss waning lanternfly population

By Amanda Yu, Assistant News Editor • September 15, 2025
The invasive spotted lanternfly has coated Oakland in recent years. This fall, however, students have noticed a decline in their population. Students and experts weigh in on their sudden disappearance.
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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