Western conifer seed bugs active in Springwater

October 17, 2026

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s were recorded on 2026-10-17 in Springwater, NY, documenting continued insect foraging activity in mid-October despite the return to severe drought.¹ This species has been observed multiple times in the past two weeks across the region, indicating persistent fall insect phenology even under water stress.¹

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