Native Tree Pests In Scenic Rim

Ten common native tree pests found in

 the Scenic Rim region

Four tiny translucent insect pupae with orange-red bands on a rough brown surface

Red-banded thrips (Selenothrips rubrocinctus): These tiny insects feed on various tree species, causing discoloration and distortion of leaves.


Close-up of white moths and yellow eggs tangled in dense silken webbing on leaves

Giant Whitefly (Aleurodicus dugesii): This pest infests a variety of plants, including native trees, by feeding on their sap and secreting honeydew, leading to sooty mold growth.

Close-up of fuzzy green leaves with a yellow-and-black caterpillar crawling along a stem

Gum Leaf Skeletonizer (Uraba lugens): The larvae of this moth species consume eucalyptus leaves, leaving behind skeletonized leaves



Green leaf covered with tiny black and white insects on soil

Tipuana Tipu Psyllid (Heteropsylla cubana): Affects Tipuana tipu trees by feeding on their sap and causing leaf curling and discoloration.

Small striped fruit fly on a green leaf, with translucent wings and red eyes.

Queensland Fruit Fly (Bactrocera tryoni): Affecting a wide range of fruit-bearing trees, this pest poses a significant threat to fruit crops.


Orange and black spotted insect on a green leaf against a dark background

Bronze Orange Bug (Musgraveia sulciventris): Known to feed on the sap of citrus trees, causing damage to the leaves and fruit.

Longhorn beetle with orange and black markings on wood bark

Eucalyptus Longhorned Beetle (Phoracantha spp.): These beetles bore into the bark and wood of eucalyptus trees, leading to potential damage and decline.


Close-up of a brown weevil on a green leaf with red edges

Eucalyptus Weevil (Gonipterus scutellatus): The larvae of this weevil feed on eucalyptus leaves, impacting their growth and health.

Close-up of green leaf with numerous reddish-brown spots and blemishes.

Eucalyptus Gall Wasp (Leptocybe invasa): This tiny wasp creates galls on eucalyptus leaves, affecting their overall health.



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Lemon-scented Gum Psyllid (Ctenarytaina eucalypti): Attacks lemon-scented gum trees, causing distorted and damaged leaves.

It's important to monitor and manage these pests to protect the health and vitality of native trees in the Scenic Rim Council area. For expert advice and precise pest and disease diagnosis, contact Austreelia Tree Consulting today. Take proactive steps to preserve the well-being of your trees with specialised guidance and support.

It's important to monitor and manage these pests to protect the health and vitality of native trees in the Gold Coast region.

Contact Austreelia Tree Consulting  today for specialist advise and pest and disease diagnosis.