Local 4 looks forward to the leaves changing color this time of year, but we must also be aware of invasive species.

Michigan has confirmed the invasive spotted lanternfly has now been found in Monroe, Wayne and Oakland counties.

Michigan has confirmed the invasive spotted lanternfly has now been found in Monroe, Wayne and Oakland counties.

Michigan has eight insects on its invasive species list.

Michigan has confirmed the state’s first detection of the invasive spotted lanternfly after a small population was found in Oakland County.

Michigan has confirmed the state’s first detection of the invasive spotted lanternfly after a small population was found in Oakland County.

Michigan officials want residents to be on the lookout for the spotted lanternfly, an invasive species that threatens agriculture and natural resources.

Michigan officials want residents to be on the lookout for the spotted lanternfly, an invasive species that threatens agriculture and natural resources.

Michigan officials are asking residents to be on the lookout for an invasive species that hasn’t been detected in the state yet, but poses a threat to Michigan’s agriculture and natural resources.

LANSING, Mich. – Dead spotted lanternfly insects were found in Michigan in recent weeks, according to The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD). MDARD is asking freight carriers, warehouse workers and delivery drivers to be on the lookout for the spotted lanternfly. Officials said there is no evidence of an established population of the spotted lanternfly in Michigan. The spotted lanternfly sucks sap from host plants and secrets large amounts of a sugar-rich, sticky liquid called honeydew. People involved in transporting and handling goods or freight should become familiar with identifying spotted lanternfly adults and egg masses.

DETROIT Michigan could soon have a new addition to its invasive species list: spotted lanternfly. To date, spotted lanternfly has not been detected in Michigan, but it has been detected spreading across the nation, including in Delaware, Virginia, New Jersey, Maryland and West Virginia. Related: Michigan adds invasive marbled crayfish to prohibited species listAdult spotted lanternflies are identifiable by their bright body and wing colors. Spotted lanternfly could negatively impact our grape industry, said Robert Miller, invasive species prevention and response specialist for MDARD. Related: 11 invasive species to watch out for in Michigan