ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — 'Tis the season for many things, but add scraping Spotted Lanternfly egg masses to your 'to do' list this winter. The New York State Department of Agriculture is looking for all of us to pitch in to prevent the spread of the invasive species, which has been detected in Ontario and Seneca Counties, in addition to other parts of the state. The Spotted Lanternfly (SLF) feeds off 100 plant species, including many which are critical to New York's agriculture industry. SLF is active from July through December and starts laying eggs in September. In its nymph stage, it can be identified by its black body with white spots. It will eventually turn red with white spots. The egg masses aren't as easy to spot. They're typically laid in one-inch-long rows covered in a creamy-white, putty-like substance that eventually becomes pinkish-gray and then darker tan, resembling a splotch of mud. The eggs can be laid on all types of surfaces — from cars and stone, to outdoor furniture and firewood. To scrape the egg masses, the Department of Agriculture suggested using a 'scraper car' (similar to a credit card) and placing the eggs in a re-sealable bag containing rubbing alcohol or hand-sanitizer before disposing of them. The Spotted Lanternfly has been detected in 18 states, with the greatest threat in New York being to the grape industry.