By Kristi Waterworth There are few things that can match a forest fire for sheer destructive force toward trees – that is, unless you consider the bark beetle. Like a forest fire, bark beetles can eat their way through whole stands of trees. Unfortunately, the beetles aren’t as obvious, so you should always be on the watch for new holes in your trees’ surfaces. What are Bark Beetles? Trees in the landscape represent someone’s major commitment to remake the area in a very long-term way. Since most trees easily live 50 years or more, it’s hard to not see them as permanent residents, but no matter how much you think they’re basically impervious, a tiny beetle can quickly take down the largest oak in the whole forest. Bark beetles on trees are not a small matter; once these insects establish colonies, tree death is nearly guaranteed. Bark beetles are members
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