Insects and Spiders - native

California Prionus Beetle (Prionus californicus) on Jul 29, 2022

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Description of specimen

See attached photo

Commentary

Thank you for your report!
You are correct, this is our native California Prionus. They are not tree killers.

Tom Valente
Aug. 1, 2022, 3:24 a.m.

Location

Found on my back patio. I believe it is a California Borer Beetle. See attached photo

Expert Reviewer

Tom Valente
Oregon Department of Agriculture

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