Pesky Forest Pests!
Channel: BeLEAF It or Not!
Date: 06/07/2023

Forest pests come in an almost infinite variety of shapes, forms, and sizes. Lots of examples are insects and diseases, and many are actually important parts of forest ecology.  Exotic invasive pests, though, can be especially troublesome - for example, the Gypsy Moth (aka Spongy Moth).  Sometimes, outbreaks can cause both trees and their humans a lot of grief. Forests are crazy places, but there are some things we can do to help!