Tag: Exotic Insect

The Insect with Tastes Unfortunate for Power Equipment: The Camphor Shot Borer

July 19, 2021By Les Harrison

The recent stormy weather, with all its potential problems, has focused many panhandle Florida residents on alternate tools for a variety of uses to keep civilization at hand.  In some cases, gasoline powered engines are necessary to achieve a level of 21st century comfort. Internal combustion engines fueled by gasoline require more attention and present…Read more

Laurel Wilt: A Threat to Florida’s Trees

February 15, 2021By Les Harrison

All botanical signs indicate Spring 2021 will begin in a few weeks. Plants are budding all over the panhandle with a notable exception. Many red bay trees remain in what appears to be winter’s grip of dormancy. Unfortunately, most will never reawaken.  One little insect in the Xyleborini tribe of beetles has been destroying bay…Read more