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Oak processionary moth (OPM)

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If you think you've seen any processionary nests or caterpillars, first make sure you have correctly identified the species:

  • see Forest Research: oak processionary moth 
  • watch this short video - oak processionary moth: YouTube 

If you spot OPM, you can report it to the owner or manager of the land. For OPM on:

  • highways trees:
    report to Surrey County Council or email contact.centre@surreycc.gov.uk
  • Elmbridge Borough Council-owned trees: 
    report to us by email at opm@elmbridge.gov.uk or call 01372 474825 or 01372 474579
  • land managed by PA Housing: 
    report to PA Housing
  • private land: 
    see OPM on private land
  • Previous: How we manage OPM on council-owned land
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