Emerald Ash Borer

What is the scientific name of the Emerald Ash Borer

• Cerceris fumipennis

• Agrilus planipennis

• Balboris antipennis

• Asian green beetle

Where did the Emerald Ash borer ORIGINALLY come from?

• Brazil

• Africa

• Australia

• Asia

Which trees are affected in Tennessee?

• All ash trees

• Only white ash trees

• White and green ash trees

• Only green ash trees

What part of Tennessee is MAINLY affected by the Emerald Ash Borer?

• East Tennessee

• West Tennesse

• East and Middle Tennessee

• All of Tennessee

Why was an insecticide not ideal?

• Meant to only be used annually

• It can harm other organisms in the environment

• It is not proven to work

• The insecticide will not be able to kill already infected trees

How long is Emerald Ash Borer's life cycle?

• 6 weeks

• 2 years

• 6 months

• 1 year

How big is the insect?

• The size of a penny

• Smaller than a penny

• The size of a quarter

• The size of a fist

What percent of trees in TN forests are ash trees?

• 12-15%

• 20%

• 12%

• 2-5%

Why are the wasps more ideal?

• more natural

• less expensive

• the supply is more abundant

• proven to work

What does the insect start out as?

• hatches out of a cocoon

• an egg

• larva