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Dogwood Borer

Dogwood Borer

Synanthedon scitula

A species of Synanthedon

Synanthedon scitula, the dogwood borer or pecan borer, is a moth that is a pest of many plants including the dogwood and pecan. It is notorious due to the severity of damage it can cause and its widespread geographical distribution.

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Attributes of Dogwood Borer
Colors
Brown
Black
Yellow
Habitat
deciduous wood; park; yard; river floodplain
Adult Food Sources
Flower nectar, honeydew, sap exudates
Larva Food Source
Peach trees, apple trees, cherry trees, pear trees, plum trees
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Pollinator
Not reported
Pest-Eating Predatory
Not reported
Phytophagous
Not reported
Predatory
Not reported
Biting animal or pet
Not reported
Mouthparts Type
Siphoning mouthparts
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Species Status of Dogwood Borer
Widespread
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Distribution Area of Dogwood Borer
Canada, United States, Mississippi
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Life Cycle of Dogwood Borer
Egg The egg phase sees the embryonic dogwood Borer developing within a protective casing. Initially, the egg is small, spherical, and subtly colored to blend with the environment, thereby minimizing predation.
Larva As larvae, dogwood Borer rapidly grow and molt periodically. They possess a worm-like appearance with distinct segmentation. This period is primarily for feeding, and larvae may exhibit different colors based on diet and habitat.
Pupal During the pupal stage, the dogwood Borer undergoes significant transformation within a cocoon or chrysalis. The insect is immobile and appears lifeless, but inside this protective casing, drastic reorganization occurs, leading to the adult form.
Adult Emerging from the pupa, the adult dogwood Borer's development is marked by the presence of wings and functional reproductive organs. The body is fully formed and hardened, and the adult is mobile, focusing on reproduction.
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Predators of Dogwood Borer Larvae
Birds, rodents, insectivorous mammals, parasitic wasps
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Scientific Classification of Dogwood Borer
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Youth Habitat of Dogwood Borer
Forests and Woodlands, Rotting and Decaying Matter
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Adult Habitat of Dogwood Borer
Forests and Woodlands, Urban and Suburban Areas, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas
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How Can You Attract Dogwood Borer
Adult dogwood Borer may be attracted to food traps with sweet substances or pheromones, as these mimic nectar or mating signals which are relevant to their role in pollination or reproduction.
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Habitat Preferences of Dogwood Borer Through Different Life Stages
Eggs of dogwood Borer are often laid on the bark of various fruit trees, where they remain inconspicuous. As larvae, they are commonly located burrowing within the wood, excavating galleries as they feed on the inner tissues. When searching for these larvae, inspecting tree trunks for exit holes or sawdust-like frass can be indicative of their presence. Pupae typically remain inside these burrows, just beneath the surface of the bark. To find them, peeling back loose bark or dissecting damaged wood may be necessary. Adult dogwood Borer are commonly found near their host plants, particularly around orchards or gardens, and are frequently seen visiting flowers or hovering around potential egg-laying sites during their active periods.
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How and Where Can You Find Dogwood Borer at Different Life Stages
Egg Eggs of dogwood Borer are very small and often laid on or near the host plants. Search for them on the undersides of leaves or in bark crevices of the host species during the typical oviposition period.
Larva Larval dogwood Borer are borers and live inside plant stems or roots. To find them, look for signs of damage on host plants, such as frass (excrement), entry holes, or wilting, and carefully dissect the plant tissue if necessary.
Pupal Pupae of dogwood Borer can sometimes be found within the larval feeding area or in surrounding soil or plant debris. Locate them by carefully excavating around the base of infested plants following the larval feeding period.
Adult Adult dogwood Borer can be found visiting flowers, or you may use sweet baits or pheromone traps to attract them. During the day for diurnal species, look for them feeding on nectar; for nocturnal species, use light traps or conduct night-time searches.
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Agricultural Pests

The larvae of dogwood Borer, known as borers, tunnel into the stems and roots of fruit trees, disrupting the flow of water and nutrients. Infestations can lead to wilting, reduced fruit yield, and in severe cases, the death of the tree. Human agriculture suffers as pest populations grow, affecting harvest quality and quantity.

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