Journal of Pest Science (2004) 77, 57-63

Jean-Marc Henin and Veerle Versteirt (2004)
Abundance and distribution of Xylosandrus germanus (Blandford 1894) (Coleoptera, Scolytidae) in Belgium: new observations and an attempt to outline its range
Journal of Pest Science 77 (1), 57-63
Abstract: In Belgium, the current distribution and abundance of Xylosandrus germanus (Coleoptera, Scolytidae), a relatively new species to the Belgian fauna, is poorly known. Therefore, data on the range and population levels of this ambrosia beetle, on a regional and local scale respectively, are presented. Based on those results, the beetles' range is discussed. Among the analysed biotic and abiotic factors that could influence the species' settlement and population levels, climatic ones, and temperature in particular, seem to exert a crucial influence.
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Database assignments for author(s): Jean-Marc Henin, V. Versteirt

Research topic(s) for pests/diseases/weeds:
surveys/sampling/distribution

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Pest and/or beneficial records:

Beneficial	Pest/Disease/Weed	Crop/Product	Country	Quarant.
	Xylosandrus germanus		Belgium