LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) -- A new population of the invasive spotted lanternfly has been confirmed in Jackson County, according to the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD).

The agency completed its 2025 spotted lanternfly monitoring efforts Thursday, and say a report submitted through its Eyes in the Field reporting tool confirmed the presence of the bug in the area.

“Spotted lanternfly does not pose a risk to human or animal health, but it can be a serious outdoor nuisance,” MDARD Director Tim Boring SAID. “Public reporting plays a key role in identifying new spotted lanternfly infestations and helping MDARD and its partners respond quickly.”

The Jackson County population is the latest of several; as of November, MDARD has confirmed populations in Lenawee, Maco

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