Category Archives: Insects

Pine Beetles Devastating Harney Peak

Posted on 8/27/2007 by americasroof

The Rapid City Journal reports that pine mountain pine beetles are devastating Harney Peak. They are attempt to fight the beetles by thinning trees in the area.

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35 Percent Increase in Lyme Disease Deer Ticks in Northeast

Posted on 12/1/2005 by americasroof

Mongabay reports a 35 percent increase in Lyme Disease bearing deer ticks following the hot dry summer.

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Africa Bees Attack 32 Hikers in Saguaro National Park

Posted on 1/9/2005 by americasroof

Fox11 in Arizona reports that 32 members of a running club were stung by Africanized bees in Saguaro National Park. Two who were hospitalized with anaphylactic shock, authorities said. THe hikers scattered from the location and a helicopter search had … Continue reading →

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