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Elm Zigzag Sawfly

Elm Zigzag Sawfly

The elm zigzag sawfly is still in the early detection phase in North America. Please report all sightings of elm zigzag sawfly through iMapInvasives, to help determine the distribution of this species, ahead of any management efforts. Since most elm trees can recover from elm zigzag sawfly defoliation events, control may not be necessary, and research into management options is ongoing.

European Cherry Fruit Fly

European Cherry Fruit Fly

The European Cherry Fruit Fly has been found on sweet cherry trees along the Niagara River. This was the first U.S. detection of this species and has resulted in a quarantine of parts of Niagara County.

Spotted Lanternfly

Spotted Lanternfly

Spotted lanternfly has been found in western New York, in the Buffalo area. The Department of Agriculture and Markets is asking for the public’s assistance by reporting sightings.