Agrilus planipennis Scorecard

Species:  Agrilus planipennis

Common Name:  emerald ashborer

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Results

Impact Total:21 / 35Impact = ( Spread + Damage - Benefit )

Ability to Respond Total:15 / 25Ability to Respond = ( Ease of Response + Tools in Place )

Confidence:High

Confidence Notes:

Impact

SpreadNotesScore
Spread RateStrong flier, may be transported in firewood, host range covers much of the state. Also may be transported in wood packaging and other wood products.5
Spread AmountHost range covers most of the state.5
DamageNotesScore
EcologicalHas the potential to kill massive amounts of trees, disrupting ecosystems through the removal of habitat and food sources.5
Agricultural0
Infrastructure3
CulturalDestruction of landscape and beauty, detriment to forest based activities (ie. Hunting and birdwatching).3
Health0
BenefitNotesScore
Ecological0
Agricultural0
Infrastructure0
Cultural0
Health0
Total21

Ability to Respond

Ease of ResponseNotesScore
DetectionSymptoms may be easily seen, but the host range is extremely widespread.2
ControlEffective chemical control has yet to be established, trees must be physically destroyed.2
Tools in PlaceNotesScore
EntryA-rated pest from CDFA.5
ControlA-rated pest from CDFA.5
OutreachNot much in CA.1
Total15

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