EAB Identification
EAB is a very small insect
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The emerald ash borer (EAB) (Agrilus planipennis) is a very small but very destructive beetle. It has four life stages: adult, egg, larva and pupa. The adult beetle has a shiny emerald green body with a coppery red or purple abdomen. The beetle measures 1/2 inch long and 1/8 inch wide.
It is important to know how to identify the emerald ash borer and ash trees so you can make educated decisions about your trees.
Links to additional information to help identify the emerald ash borer and ash trees can be found in the right column.
Notice the coppery red color of
the EAB's upper abdomen.
