Invasive Insects
Invasive insects are a major threat to biodiversity and economies.
Increased international trade has led to an unprecedented movement and establishment of invasives throughout the country. Insects are considered invasive when the species is non-native to a particular ecosystem and whose introduction causes or is likely to cause harm to the economy, environment, or human health.
These species are a concern because they grow, reproduce, and spread rapidly. They establish over large areas and persist in the environment. Invasive species succeed because of their ability to thrive in favorable environments, due to the lack of natural predators, competitors, and diseases that normally regulate their populations.
It is important to monitor your property for invasive species and take steps to control them when possible. Visit texasinvasives.org or contact us for more information.
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The emerald ash borer is a destructive, invasive wood‐boring pest of ash trees.
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Redbay ambrosia beetles have adapted to target trees within the Lauraceae family and are specialists in transporting laurel wilt fungus.
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A native of Mexico, the soapberry borer was first reported in Texas in 2003 in Travis County.
