Insects and Spiders - native

unknown on Jun 15, 2025

Originally reported as Emerald Ash Borer (Agrilus planipennis)

Submitter does not have a specimen

Description of specimen

distress in tree bark

Commentary

Hi, Thank you for this report. The bark of the tree in this photo does not look like ash to me. Is this a conifer like Douglas-fir? Emerald ash borer only attacks ash trees. www.OregonEAB.com If you have a picture of an adult insect please attach it to this report. Thank you!

Wyatt Williams
June 16, 2025, 6:54 a.m.

Location

I sent an email with photos to plant-entomologists@oda.oregon.gov. But I think that might not be the right location. I am also not certain I am identifying the exit holes correctly. I travel to job sites for work though and am trying to keep an eye out.

These photos were taken at the Lake Grove Swim park.

Expert Reviewer

Wyatt Williams, Ph.D.
Wyatt Williams, Ph.D.

Invasive Species Specialist

Oregon Department of Forestry

Private Forests Division

2600 State St. Bldg. D

Salem, OR 97310-0340



Office: 503-945-7472

wyatt.williams@oregon.gov

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