Another insect causing damage to trees

[sweetjetskier]

Here is another insect causing damage in CT:


http://wtnh.com/2015/05/03/destructive-southern-pine-beetle-detected-at-4-state-sites

 

[zogger]

Well, that's strange, I never heard of that beetle and knock on wood, the pines are all great around here. Hope ya'all get it under control fast though.

 

[mu2bdriver]

Have we actually seen one of the beetles or figured out a way to eradicate them? But don't worry, we're looking down a $2 billion tax increase over 2 years. I'm sure there's an invasive species budget in there somewhere...

Speaking of 'other' insects, they're the people running this State into the ground.

 

[mr.finn]

Been watching a local forest the last few years that had Red Pine planted in it. Every Red Pine in that forest is now toast, wondering if this is the culprit.