Insect

Emerald ash borer

Agrilus planipennis

Invasive summary

A wood-boring beetle that attacks ash trees and has spread widely in North America.

Known impacts

Kills ash trees, changes forest composition, and creates major urban tree management costs.

Management notes

Use quarantines, firewood movement controls, detection surveys, biological control, and targeted treatment.

Native range

East Asia

Regions where reported

  • CA - 40 public points
  • US - 40 public points