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bark beetle

noun

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  1. Any of various beetles, of the subfamily Scolytinae, many of which reproduce in the inner…

    Any of various beetles, of the subfamily Scolytinae, many of which reproduce in the inner bark of trees.

    • Naval stores production is based upon exploiting the terpene chemical defense system of the pine tree, which protects against wood-decaying fungi and insect pests such as bark beetles (Dendroctonus Ips sp.).

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