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The Hidden Dangers of Stumps: Protecting Your Ecosystem

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Behind the usual look of an old tree stump, there might be a place to hide problems. Old tree trunks that have fallen might seem like the leftovers of a tree that got knocked over, but actually, they can endanger your health at home. Learning about these hidden dangers can help you make wise decisions on whether it's better to keep those tree stumps or get them removed so your garden can be healthier and happier. Pest Palace : Old rotten tree stumps bring in many unwanted guests. Termites, which eat wood, like these bugs and might make their place bigger. This might cause them to go to other places like your wooden deck or even your home. Carpenter ants, just like rotting wood, can also live in tree stumps. This can hurt good trees and damage buildings. Other small animals such as beetles, big bugs, and even rats may also like the wet and dark hiding place of a decaying tree stump. Disease Dissemination : Old rotting stumps that house animals can also become places where harmful f