Journal of Economic Entomology · 1930 · 23 citations · 0 references
Life SciencesEcologyEntomologyForest EcologyForest EntomologyInsect EcologyBark Beetle EcologyForest Insect BehaviorForest Insect Natural EnemiesForest Insect PestsForest Insect-tree InteractionsInsect Damage To WoodBark Beetle ManagementBark Beetle Mass AttackBark BeetlesDrought Effects On InfestationDrought-induced Tree MortalityForest Pest EcologyStress-tree InteractionsTree Response To Environmental Stress
Hickory and pine trees were reported to be dying from bark beetle attack in several localities and it was found that these trees were affected by a lack of precipitation or were near trees that had been injured by such agencies as wind and lightning and that had thus become attractive to the beetles.