Insects and Spiders - native

unknown on Jun 22, 2025

Originally reported as Emerald Ash Borer (Agrilus planipennis)

Submitter does not have a specimen

Description of specimen

Single emerald borer, easily identified. I crushed by stepping on it.

Commentary

There are a number of iridescent green look-alike beetles in Oregon that are not pests. I am attaching a link to the ODF EAB webpage with some photos of other Oregon insects that could be mistaken for EAB

https://oregon-eab-geo.hub.arcgis.com/pages/identify

Thanks for being on the lookout!

Tom Valente
June 23, 2025, 7:22 a.m.

Location

Single emerald borer found on concrete walkway at my home.
Many large trees of various types on property with several canopied areas. Mixed with open grass & plants in full sun.
1245pm, 6/23

Expert Reviewer

Tom Valente
Oregon Department of Agriculture

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