Insects and Spiders - native

unknown on Jun 14, 2024

Originally reported as Emerald Ash Borer (Agrilus planipennis)

Submitter does not have a specimen

Description of specimen

Tree appeared dead from top down, D shaped burro holes. Didn't look too hard for the bug b/c the was poison ivy all around so we just cut it down.

Commentary

Thank you for your report! EAB attacks and kills ash trees. It can't be the reason for the decline of your pine. Most of our native woodborers lay eggs on trees that are dying or recently dead. It looks like the tree may have some other problem.

Tom Valente
June 20, 2024, 3:22 a.m.

Location

One of our pine trees on our property near Hagg Lake. I have pictures. We took the tree down yesterday and plan to chop it up for firewood.

Expert Reviewer

Tom Valente
Oregon Department of Agriculture

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