By Associated PressForestry officials are warning of significant tree defoliation in Massachusetts this spring caused by the invasive winter moth [Operophtera brumata].
Federal and state officials say a heavy and widespread moth flight in the state in November and December means more defoliation over a larger area. ...
Winter moths defoliated about 80,000 forested acres in Massachusetts last year. ...
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Photo of female winter moth courtesy of the Massachusetts Introduced Pests Outreach Blog
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