Volkswagen says goodbye to classic Beetle after 81 years
Volkswagen will stop production of the last version of its Beetle model this week at its plant in Puebla, Mexico. Continue reading
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Nature Conservancy warns campers of tree-killing beetle new to Maritimes
The emerald ash borer is an invasive species first discovered in Canada in 2002, but in the past 18 months has made its way to the Maritimes. Continue reading
Removal of ash trees to begin in Northumberland County
By Mark Giunta Videographer, Backup News & Sports Anchor
A 10-year plan to remove ash trees in Northumberland County is now underway. Continue reading
Volkswagen to discontinue its iconic Beetle car model in summer 2019
The compact Beetle was introduced in Germany in 1938 during the Nazi era and came to the U.S. 11 years later, where it became a symbol of utilitarian transportation often used by hippies. Continue reading
Northumberland County forest selected to study sap beetles to fight invasive fungus
By Greg Davis Videographer/Online Journalist
The MNRF is using the Northumberland County Forest to study a sap beetle’s interactions with oak trees which could help prevent the spread of an invasive fungus. Continue reading
Winnipeg sets 200 traps to catch emerald ash borer beetles
By Amber McGuckin Reporter
The City of Winnipeg is setting out traps to track the emerald ash borer beetle in Winnipeg. Continue reading
Atlantic Canada warned about beetles that have laid waste to Quebec, Ontario trees
The Nature Conservancy of Canada says the emerald ash borer has been discovered in Edmundston, N.B., and is urging the public to help reduce its spread. Continue reading
Emerald ash borer beetle found in Winnipeg
A beetle named Emerald ash borer has been found in Winnipeg. Continue reading
New beetle discovered in New Brunswick, named after Canada 150
The Apimela canadensis lives in sand and gravel along rivers and streams and will likely be found in Quebec and possibly Ontario. Continue reading
This beetle makes Spider-Man look like a wuss
Forget Spider-Man. This is a far cooler superpower. Meet the bombardier beetle, who, when provoked, produces an internal chemical explosion and then fires out a jet of boiling liquid at its aggressor. Continue reading