Anoplophora glabripennis Scorecard

Species:  Anoplophora glabripennis

Common Name:  Asian longhorned beetle

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Results

Impact Total:26 / 35Impact = ( Spread + Damage - Benefit )

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

Confidence:High

Confidence Notes:Not sure about outreach

Impact

SpreadNotesScore
Spread RateMay be transported in solid wood packaging, firewood, also capable of independent flight.5
Spread AmountVery wide host range (deciduous trees/shrubs).5
DamageNotesScore
EcologicalPotential for widescale destruction of native deciduous vegetation (habitat and food destruction).5
AgriculturalPrunus species are potential hosts.5
Infrastructure3
CulturalDestruction of landscape and beauty, detriment to forest based activities (ie. Hunting and birdwatching).3
Health0
BenefitNotesScore
Ecological0
Agricultural0
Infrastructure0
Cultural0
Health0
Total26

Ability to Respond

Ease of ResponseNotesScore
DetectionTrees must be inspected individually, and the host group is large and widespread.1
ControlTree destruction is only proven method of control, though systemic insecticides are now being used by APHIS and USFS. There is also some hope for biological control.2
Tools in PlaceNotesScore
EntryA-rated pest from CDFA.5
ControlA-rated pest from CDFA.5
OutreachPassive outreach materials exist, and are updated regularly.2
Total15

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