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05/27/2012 - _MG_6107.jpg

This is a metallic wood borer. Most attack only dead or dying trees, though some
lay eggs on healthy trees and the larvae bore into the tree eventually killing it.
Thankfully it wasn't the emerald ash borer, an invasive species which is
killing millions of otherwise healthy ash trees across the Northeast, Midwest, Ontario and Quebec.


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Guest 05-Jun-2012 00:58
great capture
It has that "don't mess with me" look :)
Mairéad28-May-2012 22:59
Super close up of a mean looking creature. V
janescottcumming28-May-2012 22:02
Oh, is that what these guys are! Neat close up.
MarcViskens28-May-2012 20:10
beautiful close-up Carl
very nice details and colours
a new world
well done
Marc
larose forest photos28-May-2012 01:44
Absolutely gorgeous shot! These beetles are always a delight to see, unless they're the emerald ash borer! V
Guest 28-May-2012 01:33
Great find and image. V.
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