needleminer
Needleminers Attacking Jeffrey Pines on Pioneer Trail
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/10/2014 - 10:44pm
If you've noticed that the Jeffrey Pines near the intersection of Highway 50 and Pioneer appear to be dying, you may rest assured there is no immediate cause for concern.
The yellowing of the pine needles is caused by the needleminer, a native insect species that feeds on the needs of pine trees.
