Protecting Trees Against Bark Beetles
Have you noticed small holes in the bark of your trees? Do you have concerns about what they may be? Chances are, you have a case of bark beetles. Continue reading below for tips on identifying and protecting your trees against bark beetles. What Do Bark Beetles Look Like? Bark beetles are common conifer (pine) pests. Adult ones are tiny, cylindrical, hard-bodied insects approximately the size of a rice grain. The majority of species are dark red, brown, or black. What Are The Key Indicators of Infestation? These pests feed on the exterior and inner bark of a tree’s trunk, branches, or twigs. Because of the activity of the beetles, the outer area of the afflicted places may become loose, and when the bark is stripped away, the exit holes and tunnels become visible. These are signs that your tree has been infested. How To Get Rid of Them and Prevent Further Damage? Once your tree has been damaged, there is little that can be done to manage the infestation. Because the beetl...