Any sightings of the granulate ambrosia beetle should be reported to Biosecurity New Zealand. An unwanted beetle has been detected in five Auckland areas in the past month, for the first time ever in New Zealand. Biosecurity New Zealand has asked the public to report any sign of the wood-boring granulate ambrosia beetle. "Anyone who believes they have seen the granulate ambrosia beetle or any sign of frass on trees should take a photo and call Biosecurity NZ's exotic pests and diseases hotline on 0800 80 99 66." Further information about the beetle, is available on the Biosecurity NZ website.

Source: Stuff March 25, 2019 03:45 UTC