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WA authorities spearheading program to eradicate invasive beetle killing

By ABC NEWS (Australia)

Published : Aug. 17, 2024 - 10:37

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Authorities in WA are spearheading a national program to eradicate an invasive beetle killing trees across Perth. The shot-hole borer could strip tree canopies in Australia's capital cities. But the full extent of the tiny pest's potential is unknown and experts fear not enough is being done to stop it in its tracks.