In the lead-up to 25 December around eight million conifer trees including spruce, pine and fir are cut down to decorate homes ... then the ovipositor evolved to be able to deliver venom as well as ...

It turns out that having a real tree not only comes with pine needles all over your floor ... to a number of creatures, particularly insects and bugs. And even more specifically, it turns out ...

These pests can pose a danger to pets ... Sawflies – Feed on the needles of pine and spruce trees. Bark Beetles – Bore into the trunk of the tree, creating small holes in the bark.

They can keep the ground moist as well. Pine needles can mulch the ground, making it ideal for mosquitoes. These trees can ...