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Emerald Ash Borer

The emerald ash borer is an exotic beetle from Asia that has the potential to decimate our ash tree population in Minnesota.  Read through the following links to learn more about this pest and what you can do! 

Recent Emerald Ash borer discoveries!

 

Think you have Emerald Ash Borer? Answer these questions!

This set of questions will help you identify the possibility of an infestation; please consider them carefully!

 

How do I know what it looks like?

Native Ash Borers (PDF)
Don't be Fooled by Look-Alikes! (PDF)

Emerald Ash Borer Information for homeowners.

Whats in that woodpile- University of Minnesota Firewood ID (.pdf)

What are communities doing about it?

Here are some photos of municipalities that are using declining ash trees as "trap" trees. If there are beetle05/20/2009s.  By doing this, communities can be more on the alert and take immediate actions.

Example of Ash  Detection Trees Example of Ash Detection Tree

Who do I contact if I think my ash has emerald ash borers?
http://www.mda.state.mn.us/invasives/default.htm or  “Arrest the Pest” Hotline 651-201-MOTH (6684)/1-888-545-MOTH (6684)

 

 

 


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