Insects and Spiders - native

Metallic Wood Borer (Trachykele blondeli) on Jun 12, 2024

Originally reported as Ash Bark Beetles (Hylesinus spp.)

Submitter has sample

Description of specimen

Adult large green beetle with yellow markings on it.

Commentary

None

Location

The ash borer beetle was found in our back yard on an adult cypress tree. This was the second one identified during the week. My children have mentioned seeing others while playing outside.

Expert Reviewer

Corwin Parker
Oregon Department of Agriculture

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