A Brightly Colored Invasive Bug Is Threatening Trees Across Maine And This Is What We Know
By Michelle|Published April 22, 2021
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Michelle's life is a colorful map of exploration and adventure. From the iconic streets of New York to the sunny shores of Florida, the jagged coast of Maine to the rugged terrain of Montana, she's been fortunate to call some of America's most beautiful states home. Beyond the U.S., Michelle's wanderlust has taken her on a motorcycle journey through India, led her to teach English in Hanoi, and saw her studying Spanish in Guatemala. Michelle graduated with a communications degree from the S. I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University and in addition to a career in advertising has worked with OnlyInYourState since 2016, where her love for travel and storytelling converges. Alongside writing and exploring, Michelle finds joy in photography, staying active, and time with her family.
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When thinking about Maine, a lot of people imagine our rocky coastline and beaches. While this is certainly a big part of what makes this state so special, it’s not the only outdoor area that’s worth seeing. The forested areas are just as wonderful and we often feel lucky to have so much access to it. In fact, we don’t even need to venture into the woods to enjoy the woods and trees. In most places, we’re surrounded by them. But this season experts have seen an invasive species take over one type of tree and it’s threatening to hurt livelihoods and the state’s beauty.
Have you seen the emerald ash borer in your area? If so, let us know your experience. You can learn more about the emerald ash borer and the Maine state emergency order by clicking here.