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Ash bark beetle

Harmful Effects of Ash bark beetle

Hylesinus varius

A species of Hylesinus

Ash bark beetle poses risks to ash trees by boring into stems and leaves, disrupting nutrient and water transport, which can lead to wilting and tree death.

What Type of Pest Is Ash bark beetle?

Hurt Plant
Hurt Plant
Damage Stage
Adults, Larvae
Host Plants
Fraxinus species (ash trees)
Host Plants Organs
Stems, Leaves
Damage Ways
Boring Plant Tissues
Damage Reason
Feeding
Damage Level
Mild to Severe
Ash bark beetle damages ash trees primarily through boring activities, which disrupts the plant tissues of stems and leaves. As the insect feeds and nests within the plant, it compromises the tree’s ability to transport nutrients and water, leading to wilting and, potentially, tree death if left unchecked.