3 invasive coconut rhinoceros beetles detected in Hawaii Island's Waikoloa area, indicating breeding.

3 live adult coconut rhinoceros beetles have been detected in Hawaii Island's Waikoloa area, indicating breeding. The beetles, invasive and destructive to palms and other plants, were found in traps near a landfill and in Waikoloa. The Hawaii Department of Agriculture is urging residents to check their mulch and green waste for signs of the beetles and report any suspected infestations.

April 24, 2024
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