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Scientific Name: Synanthedon resplendens
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Common Name: Sycamore Borer
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Family: Sesiidae
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Description: An adult male Sycamore Borer (Synanthedon resplendens) photographed on the Pomona College Campus.
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Notes: Males have a dark (mostly brownish-black) anal tuft, and are generally darker.
Larval hosts: preferred - Platanus racemosa (California sycamore); also used - Quercus agrifolia (Coast live oak); occasionally avocado.
According to the University of California's Integrated Pest Management Program, "Sycamores tolerate extensive boring by this insect, and generally no control is recommended."
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Location: Pomona College
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Photo Type: Animal--Insect
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Photographer: Jonathan Wright
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Date Taken: 2007-06-05
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Upload Date: 2017-08-29 12:53:46
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