Locust Borer

Authors

Marion Murray, Utah State UniversityFollow
Ryan Davis

Document Type

Factsheet

Publisher

Utah State University Extension

Publication Date

8-22-2023

First Page

1

Last Page

3

Abstract

The locust borer, Magacyllene robiniae, belongs to the longhorned beetle family, referring to the long antennae of most of the species in this group. In Utah, locust borer has damaged black locust trees in most northern Utah counties. The only host is black locust; honeylocust and other trees are not affected by this pest. This fact sheet describes locust borer and its life cycle, symptoms, and control.

Recommended Citation

Murray, M., & Davis, R. (2023). Locust borer [Fact sheet]. Utah State University Extension.