The drought and recent cooler weather are causing ladybirds to gather in huge numbers around Mount ... harming pine trees, making them more susceptible to pests. "The fact that the forest ...

Photos captured by amateur photographer Darren Archibald, depict the insects covering power poles along Wandilo Forest Rd at Dismal Swamp, about 20km from Mt Gambier. Mr Archibald, 53, said while ...

depict the insects covering power poles along Wandilo Forest Rd at Dismal Swamp, about 20km from Mt Gambier. Mr Archibald, 53, said while ladybirds often appear in the area flanked by pine forests ...