Spotted lanternflies have several natural predators that feed on them. Here are some of the animals that prey on these pests:

• Praying mantises
• Chickens
• Garden spiders
• Gray catbirds
• Yellow jackets
• Wheel bugs
• Garter snakes
• Koi fish

Praying mantises, spiders, and cardinals are some of the top predators of the spotted lanternfly. Chickens, garden spiders, gray catbirds, yellow jackets, wheel bugs, garter snakes, and koi fish are also known to eat spotted lanternflies. However, these bugs are not the main diet of these predators, but they are generalists that are making use of a rapidly increasing and abundant food source.

It is important to note that some of these predators, such as praying mantises and spiders, are also beneficial insects that can help control other pests in your garden.