Phoracantha recurva (Yellow Phoracantha borer)

Although not economically important in Australia, where it attacks only moribund trees, this insect is an important pest where eucalypts are grown overseas as, when in large numbers, it can kill healthy trees.

Regional distribution

Phoracantha recurva is listed in the following regions:

Map distribution

Phoracantha recurva has been reported at the following locations: