The increase in the processionary caterpillar pest in Mallorca
A few years ago only four per cent of the caterpillars became butterflies, now between 10 and 15% survive.
Tree ring traps - the latest tactic against the processionary caterpillar in Mallorca
The traps are new for the Ibanat agency, but they are a well-known method.
Residents outraged in Palma as dozens of trees axed
This is like 'The Texas Chainsaw Massacre'.
Cutting trees in the Bonanova
Cutting trees in the Bonanova.
Purging the Pine Tree Pest
Each winter, thousands of silky white nests appear in Mallorca’s fragrant pine population. But, instead of inspiring wonder at what’s soon to emerge, they spark fear for the hordes of pine processionary caterpillars about to descend and wreak havoc on daily life – not least our beloved dogs.
Felling trees in Puerto Pollensa
There has been apparent failure to plant new trees on the Formentor street.
Environment
Developer facing sanctions for felling pine trees
At least 98 pine trees have been cut down in a protected area.
Fairs and Fiestas
Pollensa pine climbs trickier than ever
Lard had been added to the soap, so the tree, stripped of its bark, was extra slippery.
- Another body found by a Mallorca beach
- The growing problem in the Balearics of the illegal marketing of second homes as tourist accommodation
- As the town hall announces 21 million euros investment, Playa de Palma residents denounce drugs and homelessness
- Sunday weather in Mallorca - Feeling some effect from Storm Jana
- Balearic government plans big increase in tax on cruise ship passengers and even a cash levy on hire cars