The Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) stems naturally from eastern Russia, northern China, Japan, and Korea. However, in 2002, the insect was accidentally transported into the United States. Since then, it has spread throughout the country and destroyed more than 70 million ash trees in the U.S. alone. As a result, the EAB is recognized as an invasive species to the United States.
Ash trees infested by the Emerald Ash Borer incur tremendous damage within just 1-2 years. First the canopy of the ash tree begins to thin out above the infested portions of the trunk. Then, up to half of the tree’s branches may die and fall off. Epicormic Shoots may also appear. These are sprouts that will grow from roots and the trunk.
This ultimately leaves the property owner with no choice but to remove and replace the infested ash tree.
In July 2011 an adult emerald ash borer was found at West Point in Orange County, NY.
Identifying and being able to decipher the difference between insects you spot on your trees is not always easy, but it is important. Proper insect identification is often challenging because different pests can cause similar damages to your trees, and certain insects may resemble each other. Properly identifying the type of tree that they are …
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The Emerald Ash Borer is a green exotic beetle native to northeastern Asia that feeds on ash tree species. This beetle was first discovered in southeastern Michigan near Detroit in 2002. Since then, the beetle has been found in at least 33 states. In July of 2011, the Emerald Ash Borer was found in Orange …
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Invasive species are plants, fungus, or animal species that are not native to a specific location and often spread damages to the environment and human health. Often, humans are responsible for the spread of invasive species. Some examples of how they can be carried or spread are through: Ships – Can carry aquatic organisms in …
Does My Tree Have the Emerald Ash Borer? Emerald Ash Borer damage spotted in Wappingers falls. If the Ash trees are valuable to your landscape, they can be treated. If not, they make good firewood. The emerald ash borer (Agrilus planipennis Fairmaire) is a shiny emerald green beetle that kills living ash trees. Ash (genus …
Red Cedar Tree Inspections Can Help Early Detection The Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) is an invasive species from Asia that was accidentally brought to North America in 2002. Since its arrival, the EAB has destroyed over 70 million ash trees in the United States alone. The environmental and financial impacts of the Emerald Ash Borer …
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Emerald Ash Borer found at West Point in Orange County, NY In July 2011 an adult emerald ash borer was found at West Point in Orange County, NY. It was found in an emerald ash borer trap, hung in an ash tree on the school’s campus. The insect was confirmed by the USDA Animal and Plant …