Insects and Spiders - native

Banded Alder Borer (Rosalia funebris) on Jul 19, 2018

Originally reported as Asian Longhorned Beetle (Anoplophora glabripennis)

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Description of specimen

Black and white striped beetle

Commentary

Thank you for the photo. This is a banded alder borer, a native insect that inhabits dead wood. It is commonly mistaken for an Asian longhorn beetle, but fortunately it is not a concern.

Amy Grotta
July 20, 2018, 12:30 a.m.

Resources

Information from Banded Alder Borer from Oregon State and iNaturalist.

Location

Parking lot of Red Robin restaurant

Expert Reviewer

Amy Grotta

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