Emerald Ash Borer Identification and Impact

The video provides an overview of the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB), an invasive insect that has devastated ash trees in North America. It explains how to identify the EAB and its larvae, which cause significant damage by feeding under the bark of trees. The video outlines the major signs of infestation, such as canopy dieback, bark splitting, and epicormic sprouting. It also highlights the distinctive D-shaped exit holes left by emerging adult beetles and the woodpecker activity that often accompanies infestations. The video aims to equip viewers with the knowledge to identify and understand EAB infestations.

What is the primary focus of the video regarding the Emerald Ash Borer?

• To provide a guide on planting ash trees

• To identify and understand EAB and its infestation signs

• To discuss the history of ash trees

• To explore the lifecycle of all beetles

What is the most distinctive color feature of the adult Emerald Ash Borer?

• Metallic emerald green

• Metallic blue

• Bright yellow

• Deep black

What part of the Emerald Ash Borer causes the most damage to ash trees?

• The pupae

• The larvae

• The eggs

• The adult beetle

What is a major consequence of the larvae feeding under the bark?

• Enhanced leaf color

• Thicker bark

• Increased tree height

• Disruption of nutrient and water flow

Which of the following is a symptom of an EAB infestation?

• Brighter leaf color

• Canopy dieback

• Thicker bark

• Increased leaf growth

What is epicormic sprouting?

• New leaves growing at the top of the tree

• Flowers blooming on the bark

• Sprouts emerging from the main stem or branches

• Roots growing above ground

What shape are the exit holes created by the Emerald Ash Borer?

• Circular

• Square

• D-shaped

• Triangular

Which of the following is NOT a sign of EAB infestation?

• Increased fruit production

• Bark splitting

• Epicormic sprouting

• D-shaped exit holes

What activity is often observed on EAB infested trees due to another animal?

• Squirrel nesting

• Woodpecker activity

• Bird singing

• Beehive formation

What is the role of woodpeckers in identifying EAB infestations?

• They plant new trees

• They create nests in the trees

• They protect the trees from EABs

• They excavate EABs from under the bark