Invasion of the mining moth: chestnut trees in the Dnipropetrovsk region are threatened with destruction

In the Dnipropetrovsk region, a massive infestation of chestnut trees by a dangerous pest, the chestnut borer, has been recorded. Local residents are noticing that the trees are turning yellow prematurely and the leaves are starting to fall off at the end of summer.

Scientists say the moth larvae eat away at the leaves from the inside, weakening the trees before winter. As a result, chestnut trees become vulnerable and can die en masse if timely measures are not taken.

Experts recommend regularly removing fallen leaves, as this is where the pest's pupae are stored, and using special injections to protect trees. Without comprehensive measures, experts warn, the region risks losing a significant portion of its chestnut plantations in the coming years.

For reference: the chestnut leaf miner originates from the Balkans and is now widespread throughout most of Europe. Its appearance in Ukraine is not a new problem, but this year the pest is causing particular damage to green spaces.

Entomologists also remind that this year is not only characterized by the activity of the chestnut moth. Ukraine has already observed an invasion of locusts and an abnormal number of ladybugs. According to expert Yevheniy Khalaim, the reason for the latter is the excessive reproduction of aphids after a wet spring, which created favorable conditions for these insects.

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