EMERALD ASH BORER INFORMATION |
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The evidence of the Emerald Ash Borer is now evident throughout Vandalia at this time. |
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 What is emerald ash borer? Emerald ash borer, Agrilus planipennis, is an exotic, invasive beetle that belongs to the metallic wood-borer family (Buprestidae). It infests and destroys native North American ash trees.Where did emerald ash borer come from? Emerald ash borer is an insect native of Asia (eastern Russia, northeastern China, Mongolia, Taiwan, Japan, and Korea), where it can be found on several species of ash and is not considered a pest. Apparently, it was introduced by accident into Michigan via infested ash crating or pallets.
How long has emerald ash borer been in the United States? In Ohio? Emerald ash borer was first discovered in the United States June 2002 in the Detroit, Mich. area. The beetle was first found in Ohio Feb. 28, 2003 in Whitehouse, near Toledo (Lucas County). Evidence suggests that emerald ash borer had been in the United States for at least 10 years before it was detected. Where has emerald ash borer been found? Emerald ash borer infestations have been confirmed in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Maryland and Ontario, Canada. In Ohio, the beetle has been found in Auglaize, Cuyahoga, Delaware, Defiance, Erie, Franklin, Fulton, Hancock, Hardin, Henry, Huron, Logan, Lorain, Lucas, Marion, Medina, Mercer, Miami, MONTGOMERY, Sandusky, Seneca, Ottawa, Paulding, Warren, Williams, Wood and Wyandot counties. |