The larvae of the beetle causes damage to trees such as oak, beech and shurbs such as rose by trunk boring.
A spokesperson for the Department for Environment (DEFRA) was quoted as advising "if you see one of these distinctive beetles please isolate it in a sealed container and contact your local Plant Health and Seeds Inspector."
DEFRA has also issued further information about the beetle at their website. Earlier in July, a similar beetle had been in found in Guernsey.
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