Insects and Spiders - native

unknown on May 21, 2025

Originally reported as Emerald Ash Borer (Agrilus planipennis)

Submitter does not have a specimen
EDRR Status: Local expert notified

Description of specimen

The top of all the ash trees are dead in my riparian zone along Elk Creek in Elkton. I have occasionally had emerald ash borers flying around in the yard, but I do not have a specimen.

Commentary

Thank you for your report! EAB is not known near your area. Ash trees may show dead tops or limbs for a number of reasons aside from EAB. Look for D-shaped exit holes, bark splits and S-shaped galleries under the bark. Here is the ODF website with current information about EAB in Oregon:
https://oregon-eab-geo.hub.arcgis.com/pages/identify

Thanks for being on the lookout!

Tom Valente
May 22, 2025, 7:47 a.m.

Location

The top of all the ash trees are dead in my riparian zone along Elk Creek in Elkton. I believe this is Emerald Ash Borer.

Expert Reviewer

Tom Valente
Oregon Department of Agriculture

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