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Pine weevil

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(Zool.) any one of numerous species of weevils whose larvæ bore in the wood of pine trees. Several species are known in both Europe and America, belonging to the genera Pissodes, Hylobius, etc.

See also: Pine



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In pines, the white pine weevil or the Zimmerman pine moth are possible culprits.
Using insect parasitic nematodes to control the pine weevil is completely natural and has also allowed me to greatly reduce the amount of chemicals that I need," said project leader Tony Westley.
Kielder Forest ( one of Europe's biggest man-made woodlands ( is under attack from the pine weevil beetle.
 
 
 
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