Spotted Lanternfly's Land Back in The Hudson ValleyHave you seen the pesky Spotted Lanternfly around your neighborhood? In July 2026, reports started trickling in that the invasive species was back terrorizing the Hudson Valley. What to Do If You See A Spotted Lanternfly in the Hudson ValleyAt some point last year, the DEC and NY environmental officials were asking folks in the Hudson Valley to collect Spotted Lanternfly samples. It's pretty simple, if you see a Spotted Lanternfly in the Hudson Valley the DEC states "kill it immediately by stepping on it or crushing it." Spotted Lanternfly In New York The Spotted Lanterfly continues its invasion in New York.