Need Help Identifying...

[Lot2Learn]

While pruning today I noticed this disfigurement in an otherwise healthy 4th leaf Winecrisp tree.

What is it and what should I do?

 

[Turkey Creek]

Looks like damage from Sap Suckers {the bird).

 

[Corey Peterson]

Looks like sap sucker birds

 

[Corey Peterson]

Looks like damage from Sap Suckers {the bird).

Guess you're a faster typer than me!

 

[Turkey Creek]

Guess you're a faster typer than me!

Right place at the right time!:D

 

[Bowsnbucks]

X3 on sapsuckers. Holes almost neatly lined up in rows.

 

[Lot2Learn]

I would have never guessed, but a quick google search confirms your diagnosis….thanks.

Now, what to do? Recommendations on the web include putting shiny objects in the tree, stationing and owl decoy nearby, and covering the area (burlap during April/May and Sept/Oct).

Any other ideas?

 

[Turkey Creek]

I would think if they have just singled out that one spot on your tree to cover it with something. I wonder if something like Tanglefoot would deter them?

 

[aerospacefarmer]

I would have never guessed, but a quick google search confirms your diagnosis….thanks.

Now, what to do? Recommendations on the web include putting shiny objects in the tree, stationing and owl decoy nearby, and covering the area (burlap during April/May and Sept/Oct).

Any other ideas?

I wouldn't worry about it. I had the same issue happen 2 years ago and the tree is fine. Just be ready to cut all the suckers that will grow from the area. Only one tree one time. I nearly crapped when I saw it but it was no issue

 

[Bowsnbucks]

Cheap rubber snake hung in the tree near the spot ??

 

[Corey Peterson]

BB gun :)

 

[chummer]

All of my old native tree are covered from top to bottom with this. It doesn't seem to bother the trees any.

 

[Lot2Learn]

All of my old native tree are covered from top to bottom with this. It doesn't seem to bother the trees any.

Your native fruit trees are covered like this?

 

[Lot2Learn]

With the time and materials I had, I criss-crossed some window screening around the affected area.

I think that'll stop him in that area, but I guess the question is will he pick another spot in this tree, pick one of my other fruit trees, or act sensibly and enjoy one of the many pine trees in the area.

I'll probably add some of the suggested deterrents to this tree as well when I'm next at the cabin.

Thanks for all your help, L2L

 

[NorthPotter]

Cheap rubber snake hung in the tree near the spot ??

Make sure the neighbors see you doing this. :) That should keep then out of your hair for a good while...lol.