Do lead cable borers have the capability to re-infest?

Lead cable borers are typically viewed as a one-time infestation threat because their life cycle generally relies on finding new habitats to reproduce. Once they infest a lead cable, they typically do not have the capability to re-infest the same location after they have matured and completed their life cycle. The larvae develop within the insulation and do not return to infest the previous area again. Hence, while they can infest new cables or areas, the statement that suggests they have the capability to re-infest the same spot is incorrect. Understanding their lifecycle helps clarify why they cannot re-infest, reinforcing the idea that controlling such pests involves recognizing that they are not likely to return to previous areas after completion of their development.