**Oak Trees Outsmart Caterpillars With a Brilliant Spring Trick**
By University of Würzburg - Published on 09 June 2026
Oak trees fight caterpillars by delaying spring just long enough to leave them hungry. In spring, forests usually burst to life right as insects hatch. Caterpillars, in particular, emerge when fresh leaves are young, soft, and packed with nutrients. This timing provides them with an immediate food supply and allows them to begin feeding right [...]
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