Red oak borer

Forests and Woodlands, Rotting and Decaying Matter

Forests and Woodlands

For trapping red oak borer, one might use bait containing fermenting plant juices or alcohol, which are attractive to many Cerambycidae species.

Adult red oak borer are commonly found on or near their host trees, particularly dying or recently dead hardwoods, where they lay their eggs. The larvae can be located within these trees, burrowing through the wood as they feed and grow. To find these stages, one must inspect the under bark and within the wood of the aforementioned trees. Pupation occurs within the wood, so careful examination of the internal wood structure can reveal the pupae. Once emerged, the adults can often be sighted on the tree's exterior, making the trunk and main branches primary search areas.

The suitable time to find red oak borer is typically during the warmer months when adults are most active, usually from late spring to early fall.

The suitable weather for finding red oak borer is dry and warm conditions, as these are favorable for their activity and easier for humans to search outdoors.