Invasive spotted lanternfly has swarmed across the East Coast and been seen in Indiana. Could it be coming here next?

The spotted lanternfly has swarmed up and down the East Coast. It’s likely only a matter of time before the invasive creature arrives in Illinois, insect experts say. (AP file)

With fire-engine red wing patches and a yellow-and-black striped abdomen, the spotted lanternfly is a strikingly beautiful insect.

So beautiful, you can buy watercolors of its likeness, lanternfly porcelain brooches, earrings and T-shirts.