Tree-killing beetle spotted on Long Island, researchers say it can spread like a fire

The redbay ambrosia beetle has led to the death of more than 500 million trees in the U.S. New York had its first sighting of an invasive disease called laurel wilt on Long Island. [ more › ]

Sep 16, 2025 - 08:00
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Tree-killing beetle spotted on Long Island, researchers say it can spread like a fire
A photo of the redbay ambrosia beetle

The redbay ambrosia beetle has led to the death of more than 500 million trees in the U.S.

New York had its first sighting of an invasive disease called laurel wilt on Long Island. [ more › ]

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