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#13277468

5 February 2026

Pine forests in Chubut, Argentine Patagonia, on January 26, 2026 are largely made up of introduced exotic species that have spread across the Andean region, creating ''green deserts.'' Acting as heavy fuel loads, they increase the risk of uncontrollable wildfires, especially after previous fires that trigger dense regeneration. Originally planted for production, these non-native pines now behave as invasive species, outcompeting native forests and complicating firefighting efforts, particularly in urban-rural areas. Recent fires highlight the danger of unmanaged pine expansion, especially near protected areas, where extreme weather and strong winds make fire control even more difficult.

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#13277462

5 February 2026

Pine forests in Chubut, Argentine Patagonia, on January 26, 2026 are largely made up of introduced exotic species that have spread across the Andean region, creating ''green deserts.'' Acting as heavy fuel loads, they increase the risk of uncontrollable wildfires, especially after previous fires that trigger dense regeneration. Originally planted for production, these non-native pines now behave as invasive species, outcompeting native forests and complicating firefighting efforts, particularly in urban-rural areas. Recent fires highlight the danger of unmanaged pine expansion, especially near protected areas, where extreme weather and strong winds make fire control even more difficult.

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#13277463

5 February 2026

Pine forests in Chubut, Argentine Patagonia, on January 26, 2026 are largely made up of introduced exotic species that have spread across the Andean region, creating ''green deserts.'' Acting as heavy fuel loads, they increase the risk of uncontrollable wildfires, especially after previous fires that trigger dense regeneration. Originally planted for production, these non-native pines now behave as invasive species, outcompeting native forests and complicating firefighting efforts, particularly in urban-rural areas. Recent fires highlight the danger of unmanaged pine expansion, especially near protected areas, where extreme weather and strong winds make fire control even more difficult.

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#13277464

5 February 2026

Pine forests in Chubut, Argentine Patagonia, on January 26, 2026 are largely made up of introduced exotic species that have spread across the Andean region, creating ''green deserts.'' Acting as heavy fuel loads, they increase the risk of uncontrollable wildfires, especially after previous fires that trigger dense regeneration. Originally planted for production, these non-native pines now behave as invasive species, outcompeting native forests and complicating firefighting efforts, particularly in urban-rural areas. Recent fires highlight the danger of unmanaged pine expansion, especially near protected areas, where extreme weather and strong winds make fire control even more difficult.

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#13277466

5 February 2026

Pine forests in Chubut, Argentine Patagonia, on January 26, 2026 are largely made up of introduced exotic species that have spread across the Andean region, creating ''green deserts.'' Acting as heavy fuel loads, they increase the risk of uncontrollable wildfires, especially after previous fires that trigger dense regeneration. Originally planted for production, these non-native pines now behave as invasive species, outcompeting native forests and complicating firefighting efforts, particularly in urban-rural areas. Recent fires highlight the danger of unmanaged pine expansion, especially near protected areas, where extreme weather and strong winds make fire control even more difficult.

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#13277467

5 February 2026

Pine forests in Chubut, Argentine Patagonia, on January 26, 2026 are largely made up of introduced exotic species that have spread across the Andean region, creating ''green deserts.'' Acting as heavy fuel loads, they increase the risk of uncontrollable wildfires, especially after previous fires that trigger dense regeneration. Originally planted for production, these non-native pines now behave as invasive species, outcompeting native forests and complicating firefighting efforts, particularly in urban-rural areas. Recent fires highlight the danger of unmanaged pine expansion, especially near protected areas, where extreme weather and strong winds make fire control even more difficult.

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#13277469

5 February 2026

Pine forests in Chubut, Argentine Patagonia, on January 26, 2026 are largely made up of introduced exotic species that have spread across the Andean region, creating ''green deserts.'' Acting as heavy fuel loads, they increase the risk of uncontrollable wildfires, especially after previous fires that trigger dense regeneration. Originally planted for production, these non-native pines now behave as invasive species, outcompeting native forests and complicating firefighting efforts, particularly in urban-rural areas. Recent fires highlight the danger of unmanaged pine expansion, especially near protected areas, where extreme weather and strong winds make fire control even more difficult.

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#13277471

5 February 2026

Pine forests in Chubut, Argentine Patagonia, on January 26, 2026 are largely made up of introduced exotic species that have spread across the Andean region, creating ''green deserts.'' Acting as heavy fuel loads, they increase the risk of uncontrollable wildfires, especially after previous fires that trigger dense regeneration. Originally planted for production, these non-native pines now behave as invasive species, outcompeting native forests and complicating firefighting efforts, particularly in urban-rural areas. Recent fires highlight the danger of unmanaged pine expansion, especially near protected areas, where extreme weather and strong winds make fire control even more difficult.

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#13277472

5 February 2026

Pine forests in Chubut, Argentine Patagonia, on January 26, 2026 are largely made up of introduced exotic species that have spread across the Andean region, creating ''green deserts.'' Acting as heavy fuel loads, they increase the risk of uncontrollable wildfires, especially after previous fires that trigger dense regeneration. Originally planted for production, these non-native pines now behave as invasive species, outcompeting native forests and complicating firefighting efforts, particularly in urban-rural areas. Recent fires highlight the danger of unmanaged pine expansion, especially near protected areas, where extreme weather and strong winds make fire control even more difficult.

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#13277473

5 February 2026

Pine forests in Chubut, Argentine Patagonia, on January 26, 2026 are largely made up of introduced exotic species that have spread across the Andean region, creating ''green deserts.'' Acting as heavy fuel loads, they increase the risk of uncontrollable wildfires, especially after previous fires that trigger dense regeneration. Originally planted for production, these non-native pines now behave as invasive species, outcompeting native forests and complicating firefighting efforts, particularly in urban-rural areas. Recent fires highlight the danger of unmanaged pine expansion, especially near protected areas, where extreme weather and strong winds make fire control even more difficult.

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#13277474

5 February 2026

Pine forests in Chubut, Argentine Patagonia, on January 26, 2026 are largely made up of introduced exotic species that have spread across the Andean region, creating ''green deserts.'' Acting as heavy fuel loads, they increase the risk of uncontrollable wildfires, especially after previous fires that trigger dense regeneration. Originally planted for production, these non-native pines now behave as invasive species, outcompeting native forests and complicating firefighting efforts, particularly in urban-rural areas. Recent fires highlight the danger of unmanaged pine expansion, especially near protected areas, where extreme weather and strong winds make fire control even more difficult.

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#13247998

28 January 2026

Parotis Marginata (Hampson) Is A Significant Pest Of Ornamental And Forest Plants, Particularly Alstonia Scholaris (Devil Tree), Tabernaemontana (Tagar), And Jasmine, Found Across South-East Asia, Including India, Bangladesh And China, As Well As Fiji, Japan And Australia. The Larvae Act As Leaf Folders/rollers, Creating Silk-lined Shelters That Cause Severe Defoliation, Scorching Effects, And Can Kill Plants In Nursery Or Garden Settings. The Adults Are A Deep Green Colour, With A Crenulated Brown Line Around The Edges Of Each Wing. The Male Parotis Marginata Possesses Coremata, Which Are Tufts Of Hair-like Scales, Typically Black Or Brown, Located At The End Of The Abdomen, Looking Like A Stretchable Broom. These Are Scent-dispersing Organs Used To Release Pheromones, Likely During Mating Rituals. Here, A Moth Is Hiding Behind A Leaf, Wiggling Its Coremata At Tehatta, West Bengal, India, On January 27, 2026.

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#13247999

28 January 2026

Parotis Marginata (Hampson) Is A Significant Pest Of Ornamental And Forest Plants, Particularly Alstonia Scholaris (Devil Tree), Tabernaemontana (Tagar), And Jasmine, Found Across South-East Asia, Including India, Bangladesh And China, As Well As Fiji, Japan And Australia. The Larvae Act As Leaf Folders/rollers, Creating Silk-lined Shelters That Cause Severe Defoliation, Scorching Effects, And Can Kill Plants In Nursery Or Garden Settings. The Adults Are A Deep Green Colour, With A Crenulated Brown Line Around The Edges Of Each Wing. The Male Parotis Marginata Possesses Coremata, Which Are Tufts Of Hair-like Scales, Typically Black Or Brown, Located At The End Of The Abdomen, Looking Like A Stretchable Broom. These Are Scent-dispersing Organs Used To Release Pheromones, Likely During Mating Rituals. Here, A Moth Is Hiding Behind A Leaf, Wiggling Its Coremata At Tehatta, West Bengal, India, On January 27, 2026.

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#13248000

28 January 2026

Parotis Marginata (Hampson) Is A Significant Pest Of Ornamental And Forest Plants, Particularly Alstonia Scholaris (Devil Tree), Tabernaemontana (Tagar), And Jasmine, Found Across South-East Asia, Including India, Bangladesh And China, As Well As Fiji, Japan And Australia. The Larvae Act As Leaf Folders/rollers, Creating Silk-lined Shelters That Cause Severe Defoliation, Scorching Effects, And Can Kill Plants In Nursery Or Garden Settings. The Adults Are A Deep Green Colour, With A Crenulated Brown Line Around The Edges Of Each Wing. The Male Parotis Marginata Possesses Coremata, Which Are Tufts Of Hair-like Scales, Typically Black Or Brown, Located At The End Of The Abdomen, Looking Like A Stretchable Broom. These Are Scent-dispersing Organs Used To Release Pheromones, Likely During Mating Rituals. Here, A Moth Is Hiding Behind A Leaf, Wiggling Its Coremata At Tehatta, West Bengal, India, On January 27, 2026.

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#13248001

28 January 2026

Parotis Marginata (Hampson) Is A Significant Pest Of Ornamental And Forest Plants, Particularly Alstonia Scholaris (Devil Tree), Tabernaemontana (Tagar), And Jasmine, Found Across South-East Asia, Including India, Bangladesh And China, As Well As Fiji, Japan And Australia. The Larvae Act As Leaf Folders/rollers, Creating Silk-lined Shelters That Cause Severe Defoliation, Scorching Effects, And Can Kill Plants In Nursery Or Garden Settings. The Adults Are A Deep Green Colour, With A Crenulated Brown Line Around The Edges Of Each Wing. The Male Parotis Marginata Possesses Coremata, Which Are Tufts Of Hair-like Scales, Typically Black Or Brown, Located At The End Of The Abdomen, Looking Like A Stretchable Broom. These Are Scent-dispersing Organs Used To Release Pheromones, Likely During Mating Rituals. Here, A Moth Is Hiding Behind A Leaf, Wiggling Its Coremata At Tehatta, West Bengal, India, On January 27, 2026.

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#13248003

28 January 2026

Parotis Marginata (Hampson) Is A Significant Pest Of Ornamental And Forest Plants, Particularly Alstonia Scholaris (Devil Tree), Tabernaemontana (Tagar), And Jasmine, Found Across South-East Asia, Including India, Bangladesh And China, As Well As Fiji, Japan And Australia. The Larvae Act As Leaf Folders/rollers, Creating Silk-lined Shelters That Cause Severe Defoliation, Scorching Effects, And Can Kill Plants In Nursery Or Garden Settings. The Adults Are A Deep Green Colour, With A Crenulated Brown Line Around The Edges Of Each Wing. The Male Parotis Marginata Possesses Coremata, Which Are Tufts Of Hair-like Scales, Typically Black Or Brown, Located At The End Of The Abdomen, Looking Like A Stretchable Broom. These Are Scent-dispersing Organs Used To Release Pheromones, Likely During Mating Rituals. Here, A Moth Is Hiding Behind A Leaf, Wiggling Its Coremata At Tehatta, West Bengal, India, On January 27, 2026.

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