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Fall Cankerworm Report Form

Urban foresters in the Forest Pest Management Branch have noticed a significant increase in the number of fall cankerworms (Alsophilia pometaria) in Fairfax County. The fall cankerworm is a native insect that destroys trees throughout North America. Urban foresters conduct annual surveys for this pest to determine its population levels. Please complete the form and report any fall cankerworm activity on your property. Your participation is appreciated and will help the county's Forest Pest Management Branch determine areas where future surveys may take place. 1. What trees do you have on your property? Oak Beech Maple Pine or other needle-like tree Oak Beech Maple Pine or other needlie-like trees 2. Have you seen fall cankerworm caterpillars or eggs on your property? Fall cankerworm caterpillar Fall cankerworm caterpillar eggs Yes No 3. Have you seen leaves with insect damage? Light insect damage Moderate insect damage Severe insect damage Light Moderate Severe 4. Has your property been infested with fall cankerworm in the past? Yes No 5. Please provide your contact information:   Name:     Address:     Phone:     Email:   Thank you for completing the Fall Cankerworm Report Form. For more information, contact the Forest Pest Branch at 703-324-5304, TTY 711, or pestmail@fairfaxcounty.gov