Bark beetles target a tree's self defences - but a fungus can help

Bark beetles can destroy spruce forests by converting the trees' defences into even more toxic substances, scientists ...

This Fungus Turns Bark Beetles’ Defenses Against Them

Spruce bark beetles hijack their host tree’s chemical defenses, transforming them into potent weapons against fungal threats.
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These beetles sniff out fungus-infected trees to find their next target

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Conifer forests across Europe are under siege from a tiny threat ...
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Bark beetles use the smell of fungus to pick the best trees to infest

Bark beetles may use receptors in their antennae to detect and feast on fungus-infected trees. The Eurasian spruce bark beetle (Ips typographus) – found in Europe, Asia and some parts of Africa – ...
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Uniqueness of Trees

Just like every individual is unique, so are trees. No two trees grow at the same rate, have the same leaf pattern, or have identical bark. However, each tree species has specific characteristics that ...