The asian long horned beetle, (Scientific name:Anoplophora
Glabripennis), that has caused the loss of hundreds of trees in Greenpoint,
Brooklyn has been spotted on 47th Road by the USDA Forest Service. I'll
be posting some literature and more photos on this site. This insect is
a serious threat.
It is extremely urgent that if you see these spotted beetles you contact the following number: 1-800-201-PARK.. |
Fact Sheet from the US Dept of Agriculture |
Q & A Sheet from the US Dept of Agriculture |
Identifying the Asian Longhorn Beetle (USDA) |
NYC Quarantine Map from the NYC Parks Dept |
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