NYBG EcoFlora Update September 5, 2018

Ash trees (Fraxinus) across North America are threatened with extinction by the invasive Emerald Ash Borer (EAB), a small, metallic-green beetle. NYBG and NYC Parks are teaming up to collect and store Ash fruit for research on resistance to EAB and for potential future restoration. Observations of Ash fruit from naturally growing trees will help researchers identify trees for conservation.

Take the FIND FRAXINUS EcoQuest Challenge. And join us September 8 for a field trip to Van Cortland Park.

Publicerat 29 augusti 2018 17.26 av danielatha