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EAB/woodpeckers #868317

Asked May 13, 2024, 10:47 PM EDT

Hello, I was informed that I should reach out to you that I think I have a tree here in Wyoming MN, that is infested with EAB? I went outside one day and saw that most of the bark looked like it has been sliced off clean! The tree was surrounded with bark debris. I have attached some photos. Any information or help as to what you suggest is our next step, would be much appreciated! Thank you so much!

Chisago County Minnesota

Expert Response

Hi Tami,

Is that an Ash tree ? You certainly have plenty of holes in your tree. 

https://dnr.maryland.gov/forests/pages/foresthealth/signs-of-emerald-ash-borer.aspx#:~:text=%E2%80%8BSigns%20of%20Emerald%20Ash%20Borer%20Infestation&text=You%20will%20begin%20to%20see,at%20the%20tops%20and%20sides.&text=%E2%80%9CD%E2%80%9D%20shaped%20exit%20holes%20on,definitively%20indicate%20Emerald%20Ash%20Borer.&text=Underneath%20the%20bark%2C%20Emerald%20Ash,it%20tunnels%20through%20the%20tree.

Actually you should contact ;

https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/invasives/terrestrialanimals/eab/index.html#:~:text=Reporting%20emerald%20ash%20borer,call%20888%2D545%2D6684.

It may be time to think about planting a different species tree this fall ....


Sally Granath

St. Louis County MG

An Ask Extension Expert Replied May 15, 2024, 10:12 PM EDT

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