After spending the last few months terrorizing communities throughout Maine, browntail moth caterpillars are in the process of transforming into big, white moths. While residents can enjoy the respite from the nasty rashes caused by their toxic hairs and take a breather from worrying about attacks on their trees, we must warn against the next phase- infestations of browntail moths. Yes, don’t be… Read More >
Browntail moths don’t disappear as the weather turns colder. In fact, in the early fall months this invasive species is busy creating nests for their larvae to survive during the winter months—and they’re using your trees as their home. Read More >
Browntail moths have become a problem throughout coastal Maine, and their return will be sooner than we would hope. Although, it isn’t the browntail moth itself that poses the major threat, but rather their caterpillar form. Read More >