Operation Eichenprocessionary Moth: Helicopter Use Planned

German authorities are planning to use helicopters to combat a large population of Eichenprocessionsspinner (Eichenprozessionsspinner) caterpillars. The caterpillars are damaging trees in several regions, particularly in Thuringia. This operation aims to control the caterpillar numbers and protect the trees.

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