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Xiphydria camelus

Woodwasp Xiphydria camelus

Description

Xiphydria camelus is a pest of alder trees. This species belongs to the Xiphydriidae family of wood-boring insects. The adults are wasp-like insect, measuring around 10 to 20 mm in length. They have a black body with yellow markings. The females have an ovipositor used to lay eggs within the wood of weakened or dying alder trees. The larvae feed in the wood, in the galleries tightly filled with wood debris. They causing damage and weakening the tree's structure. Infestations of Xiphydria camelus can contribute to the decline and death of alder trees, making it an important pest to monitor and control in affected areas. The infested wood is rendered worthless and can only be used as fuel.

Symptom

Tree decline or only parts of the crowns. Galleries in wood filled with sawdust.

Tree Species: Alder

Part of a plant- attacked: Tree trunk, Branch

Pest significance: Very harmful

Pest Category: Insects

Invasive Species: No

Present in EU: Yes