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Asian Long-Horned Beetle

Photo of Asian long-horned beetle, an invasive forest pest

As of August 2011, this invasive Asian beetle has not been found in Missouri. Left undetected, the tunneling of this insect will cause trees to wither and die. If you think you have found an Asian long-horned beetle in Missouri, please report it as quickly as possible.

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