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The sirex wood wasp is toxic to trees, but not to humans. The wasp injects a toxic mucus and a fungus while she is laying her eggs in the bark of susceptible pine trees.

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Can sirex wood wasps be dangerous?

Sirex wood wasps can be dangerous to pine trees. When a female wood wasp lays eggs. It drills one to six holes into the tree, lays an egg on each hole and fills them with mucous. Usually one hole is filled with fungal spores also introduced by the female. Once the eggs hatch, the larvae tunnel into the wood and feed on the fungus. The fungus and mucous kill the tree.


How do you get rid of the sirex wood wasp?

To get rid of the sirex wood wasp, first identify infested trees and assess the damage. You can cut down and properly dispose of heavily infested trees to prevent the spread. Additionally, applying insecticides specifically designed for wood-boring insects may help, but it's crucial to follow local regulations and guidelines. For severe infestations, consider consulting a professional pest control service or an arborist.


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