Member Column-Dealing with Unwanted Pests
Editor’s note: John Glass of Mutual 9 noticed that the fronds on three palm trees that died on his patio were covered by perfectly aligned scale insects. These insects were being tended by ants, like a little farm. In his research, he discovered why and thought others might find it interesting.
by John Glass
LW contributor
In Southern California, every Argentine ant you see is part of one






