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Are gypsy moths killing all the Douglas Fir (Red Fir) trees in this area?

April 26, 2017area Douglas FIR gypsy killing moths red trees

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Are gypsy moths killing all the Douglas Fir (Red Fir) trees in this area?

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No. Gypsy moths are not particularly fond of conifers. If there is nothing else for the caterpillars to eat they will feed on Douglas Fir and some pine species. However, it is questionable if they could maintain reproducing populations on a steady diet of conifers.