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The invasive bug could unleash R275-billion in economic damage in next decade and urban areas stand to lose 65 million trees. (Photo by Ilan Godfrey/Getty Images for Lumix)
BRIAN VAN WILGEN

Tiny tree borer beetle could dig up billions in economic damage

The invasive bug could unleash R275-billion in economic damage in next decade and urban areas stand to lose 65 million trees

  • Sheree Bega
6 min read