What’s Hurting My Cottonwood Tree?

Question

I noticed a large ragged hole in our bottomless cottonwood and don’t know what it’s from. It’s frayed a split around the hole and it’s located about 6-7 feet above the ground.

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Answer 1

This looks like woodpecker damage. This article will give you information on how to control and repair it:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/animals/woodpecker-damage-trees.htm