Mapping the life-history, development, and survival of spotted lantern fly in occupied and uninvaded ranges

The Spotted Lantern Fly (SLF), Lycorma delicatula (Hemiptera: Fulgoridae), is a sap feeding pest native to southeast Asia that has become global biosecurity threat following invasions into South Korea, Japan, and the United States in last two decades. Environmental niche modelling demonstrated considerable potential for further range expansions, including Australia Europe. Further analysis on seasonal life-history survival of this its invasive can inform monitoring programs next step preparedness. Here, we incorporated eco-physiological information development SLF life stages across temperature regimes. Using gridded climatic data, then mapped developmental sequence ranges already occupied China, States, as well uninvaded model was able capture observations appearance highlight regional vulnerabilities regions at risk invasion. Policy makers use these results make science-based decisions target preparedness activities through improved predictions range.