NEWS:

Spot and report oak moth infestation

14 March 2022

London and the South East can be particularly affected by the processionary moth caterpillar, which nests in oak trees from late Spring onwards.

The caterpillars damage the leaves as well as the health of oak trees and are also a risk to people and animals. Read more about the nature of this pest here ltoa.org.uk/resources/pest-diseases and report any sighting via the Forestry Commission tree alert at forestresearch.gov.uk/tools-and-resources