Under a collaborative program, agencies and organizations are working together to determine the distribution, impact and possible prevention methods of tree mortality caused by Goldspotted Oak Borer (GSOB).
Local citizen awareness can help determine the locations of infestations. If you suspect a GSOB infestation in local oak trees, please answer as many of the questions in this survey as possible. Providing digital photos of the tree(s) showing reported symptoms will help us with an initial evaluation. You may upload your photos as indicated at the bottom of this questionnaire.
Requested Photos:
See the GSOB Field Identification Guide for more information.
Note: The scale used for figure #11 on page 3 may be confusing; GSOB exit holes are approximately .15 inches wide, not .25 inches wide).
Contact information is important. After reviewing your report and photos, you will be contacted. Please be assured, your information will be kept private.