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Since bark beetles complete their entire life cycle in the log how long is it before they emerge to seek a new host?

Last Updated: April 30, 2010

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This depends upon the species of bark beetle. The shortest time they take to complete their life cycle during the warmest time of the year is approximately one month. Some species can take 1 to 2 years to complete their life cycle.

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