Thanks for visiting Wisconsin's Emerald Ash Borer Resource. On August 1, 2008, emerald ash borer was positively identified in southeast Wisconsin. Now that EAB has been found, please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the information in the section labeled "Topics of Interest." If you suspect an infestation of emerald ash borer (EAB), please contact us immediately by calling 1-800-462-2803 or e-mailing DATCPEmeraldAshBorer@wisconsin.gov.

NEW! First find of EAB in Wisconsin

The WI EAB Resource is brought to you by the following agencies. Please visit their EAB Web pages for additional information on EAB.

WI Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection

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University of Wisconsin - Madison



EAB S-shaped tunnels

The distinctive S-shaped tunnels made by emerald ash borer larvae were found under the bark of ash trees in Ozaukee County. This is the first time emerald ash borer has been found in Wisconsin.




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An early indication of EAB infestation is the dying back of the ash tree crown. Learn how to recognize EAB crown dieback here. Learn the other EAB symptoms here.

The new Wisconsin Emerald Ash Borer Program e-Newsletter is available. Click here for your copy. Archives



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The latest science and research on emerald ash borer has been incorporated into the state's EAB Response Plan. Click here to read the new document.

Emerald ash borer has been identified for the first time in Wisconsin. The find was made in Ozaukee County in southeastern Wisconsin. Read more

Emerald ash borer has also been discovered in Washington County. A four-county quarantine is now in effect. Read more

Emerald ash borer may also bring some other unwanted pests to your door...unscrupulous pesticide applicators. Read more



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DATCPEmeraldAshBorer@wisconsin.gov
University of Wisconsin - Madison
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection