Dear Karey, you are correct, yes, it is the banded alder borer and no, you don't need to kill it. it is a native longhorned beetle that is not causing a big impact. You can let it go and enjoy life. Thank you, Helmuth Rogg

Helmuth Rogg
Aug. 10, 2020, 2:01 a.m.

In general, the banded alder borer only affects already dead or downed trees and does not impact living trees. Therefore, it is not considered a tree pests.

Helmuth Rogg
Aug. 10, 2020, 2:03 a.m.