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Spruce Bark Beetle is a bark beetle regarded as a serious forest pest across the Northern Hemisphere. During widespread outbreaks, it can contribute to extensive die-offs of mature spruce trees. The insect is relevant to foresters, woodland managers, and researchers studying tree pests, outbreak dyn...
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The spruce budworm is a moth species, Choristoneura fumiferana, in the tortricid family. It is native to North America and its larvae feed on the new foliage of spruce and fir trees, although other conifers and deciduous trees may also be used. Repeated or severe outbreaks can defoliate large areas...
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Ecologically important but infamous for forest defoliation outbreaks; high scientific attention balanced by strong damage reputation.
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