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Last week we teamed up with @ForestHealthOrg, @arbutusarme @WSDAgov, and @waDNR to hold a #forest pest workshop for @CityofTacoma staff. Is your community pest ready? Visit invasivespecies.wa.gov/proje… to take a self assessment and find actions and resources to become more prepared.
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Check out dnr.wa.gov/news/state-offici… to learn about some of our concerns.
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August is #treecheckmonth and we are asking everyone to search their trees for #invasivespecies and plant diseases. Interested in taking an active role in research and caring for your community? Check out @ForestHealthOrg and foresthealth.org/. There are many ways to help.
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The emerald ash borer has arrived in the #PacificaNorthwest. Here are five things you can do to help: dnrtreelink.wordpress.com/20…. #invasivespecies #wainvasives
Photo: U.S. Geological Survey Bee Inventory and Monitoring Lab. Description: "Destroyer of Ash, this is Agrilus planipennis an invasive Buprestid that has invaded North America where it feeds on Ash. trees. At this point all ash trees in North America are threatened and could ecologically eliminate them from North American forests. On the other hand it is a beautiful Buprestid beetle that simply was brought to the wrong place. This particular specimen came from Maryland."

ALT Photo: U.S. Geological Survey Bee Inventory and Monitoring Lab. Description: "Destroyer of Ash, this is Agrilus planipennis an invasive Buprestid that has invaded North America where it feeds on Ash. trees. At this point all ash trees in North America are threatened and could ecologically eliminate them from North American forests. On the other hand it is a beautiful Buprestid beetle that simply was brought to the wrong place. This particular specimen came from Maryland."

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The discovery of emarald ash borer (EAB) in a parking lot in Forest Grove is the first known sighting on the West Coast. 😲 Now in 35 states, EAB is considered the MOST destructive forest pest in North America. Learn more and report suspected sightings! content.govdelivery.com/acco…
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In conjunction with National Invasive Species Awareness Week, @GovInslee proclaimed February 28 to March 4, 2022 as #InvasiveSpecies Awareness Week in Washington to raise awareness and find preventative solutions for invasive species. invasivespecies.wa.gov/2022/…
Everyone has a role to play in stopping invasive species by doing simple actions such as looking for plants and animals not native to Washington when spending time outdoors and reporting sightings. Residents should report any potential invasive species they spot using the Washington Invasives mobile app or by visiting the website, InvasiveSpecies.wa.gov.

ALT Everyone has a role to play in stopping invasive species by doing simple actions such as looking for plants and animals not native to Washington when spending time outdoors and reporting sightings. Residents should report any potential invasive species they spot using the Washington Invasives mobile app or by visiting the website, InvasiveSpecies.wa.gov.

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Forest Health Watch retweeted
Steven W. Koehn@StevenWKoehn23 Feb 2022
What is the true value of a tree?
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Salish Sea Currents offers an in-depth look at one of the missions of Pacific Northwest tribes: restoring estuary habitats critical to biodiversity and salmon. eopugetsound.org/magazine/tr…
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There has been one unconfirmed sighting of spotted lanternfly in Okanogan County. However, our friends at @WSDAgov need a specimen to confirm the presence of this invasive insect before action can be taken. Should you see one please capture then report it! seattlepi.com/local/seattlen…

Washington officials: If you see this bug, report it immediately

The Washington Invasive Species Council says the pests could do serious damage to the...

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We're asking people - especially in #OkanoganCounty - to check their property for #SpottedLanternfly after a concerning report was submitted recently. Read about it in our latest blog. #SLF #InvasiveSpecies #CitizenScience wastatedeptag.blogspot.com/2…
photo of possible spotted lanternfly submitted to the washington invasive species council

ALT photo of possible spotted lanternfly submitted to the washington invasive species council

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State officials hope that by locating the tree-of-heaven, they can stop the more dangerous spotted lanternfly, which prefers the tree-of-heaven for portions of its life. dnrtreelink.wordpress.com/20…

State Officials Ask for Public’s Help in Tracking the Invasive Tree-of-Heaven

This article is republished as it was originally posted on September 29, 2021 on the WA Invasive Species Website here. Photograph courtesy of the Washington Noxious Weed Control Board OLYMPIA–State…

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We are asking for your help to report an invasive tree called tree-of-heaven throughout October to help prevent the introduction of a harmful insect, the spotted lanternfly. invasivespecies.wa.gov/2021/…

State Officials Ask for Public’s Help in Tracking the Invasive Tree-of-Heaven - Invasive Species...

OLYMPIA–State agencies are asking the public to report an invasive tree called tree-of-heaven throughout October to help prevent the introduction of a harmful insect, the spotted lanternfly. The...

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Saturday, Sept 25 is the Fall 2021 Master Gardener BioBlitz. Grab your camera and help document the wildlife around us! extension.oregonstate.edu/mg… @therealdirt @OregonStateExt @ORMasterNat
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If you've noticed unhealthy looking cedar trees, the @ForestHealthOrg Program wants to hear from you. @BhamHerald subscribers can learn more here: bellinghamherald.com/article… #climatecrisis foresthealth.org/redcedar/
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While you’re out checking your trees and lights this week for #AugustTreeCheckMonth, keep an eye out for Spotted Lanternfly. While not yet established in WA, should this pest reach our state it could result in the destruction of grapes, apples, cherries, and more. Report today!
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Whitebark pines are one of the most important trees in our forests, and they're dying off faster than they can be replaced. We've teamed up with some important partners to help these trees fight blister rust and other threats to their survival.

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It's National Tree Check Month! Our friends @WAinvasives encourage you to check your trees for invasive pests – and if you see one of these critters below, report it here: invasivespecies.wa.gov/repor…
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Check your trees for sign of infestation in addition to pests. Woodpecker damage often appears in a line, or lines, of small round holes. While, invasive pest damage often looks like small ‘D’ shaped holes that are unevenly distributed through the trunk. When in doubt, report it!
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Are #invasivespecies hiding in your #trees? State officials ask you to check trees, lights, outdoor equipment and standing water in your yard for harmful bugs as part of Tree Check Month in #August. #TreeCheckMonth2021 #WAInvasives invasivespecies.wa.gov/2021/…
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Forest Health Watch retweeted
Dr. David Coyle@drdavecoyle16 Jul 2021
One of these things is not like the other… Can you find the adult exit hole by the #invasivespecies and #foresthealth pest Asian longhorned beetle among all this sapsucker damage?
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