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European House Borer

 

Below are pictures of a European House Borer Beetle, its Larvae and the hole that is left when it emerges from wood.

 

Adult EHB Beetle.

 

EHB Larva.

The larva in the early year of development is so small it is almost undetectable to the naked eye. As it matures it can grow to 41mm.

 

Hole left by EHB when emerging from wood.

 

This hole is an oval can measure about 5mm to 10mm. the holes are usually in line with the grain of the wood. Sometimes dust and droppings may be seen below the timber where the beetle has emerged from.