The pine shoot beetle is an invasive bark beetle native to Eurasia and Northern Africa. It was first discovered in North America (Ohio) in 1992 and is now a significant concern for pine nurseries and timber production. 🔬 Key Biological Identification Tomicus piniperda Family: Curculionidae (Bark Beetles) Size: Small, roughly 3.5 to 4.8 mm long Appearance: Cylindrical body, typically dark brown or black
They breed in the trunks of stressed, dying, or recently felled pine trees. 5412183_020.jpg
Do you need details on the (where it's currently spreading)? The pine shoot beetle is an invasive bark
Usually Scots pine ( Pinus sylvestris ), but it can attack most pine species. Database: Forestry Images Community Observations 5412183_020.jpg