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Two Natural Suppressors Could Help With Pine Beetle, Though Human Assistance Still Needed

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Since 2014, the southern pine beetle has devastated local pine forests, though some new growth has popped up recently. JACK MOTZ

Since at least 2014, the southern pine beetle has devastated local forest areas, as officials try to find ways to manage the infestation. Polly Weigand has advocated for nurturing healthy forest ecosystems. JACK MOTZ

The clerid beetle is a natural predator to the southern pine beetle. Down south, the insect has been used to help identify outbreaks. DANIEL GILREIN

With the infestation of the southern pine beetle on Long Island entering its 12th year, a separate insect and a fungus — along with humans, that is — could offer... more

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Two Natural Suppressors Could Help With Pine Beetle, Though Human Assistance Still Needed

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Two Natural Suppressors Could Help With Pine Beetle, Though Human Assistance Still Needed

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