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FYI the "Ask an Expert" group is apparently not operating. I have a bug I would like to Identify and inform the extension office of in case ...
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Bug Identification #778149
Asked November 20, 2021, 12:30 PM EST
FYI the "Ask an Expert" group is apparently not operating. I have a bug I would like to Identify and inform the extension office of in case it is invasive.
Found under the bark of a dying Elm tree.
Medina County Ohio
Expert Response
Good afternoon. This is the flat bark beetle, Cucujus clavipes Here is a factsheet for your reference: https://www.dept.psu.edu/nkbiology/naturetrail/speciespages/flat_bark_beetle.html?
Happy Thanksgiving.
Jen
Jennifer, thank you for the information. Have a blessed Thanksgiving