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Pissodes notatus

Banded pine weevil

Description

The adult of this species is a coffee-brown beetle about 7 mm long, with an elongated head and bright spots on its elytra. The larvae of the beetle feed on the phloem in the lower parts of the tree trunk, creating thin galleries that later widen over time. The larvae pupate in pupal chambers at the end of the galleries, which are separated from the bark by a fine layer of wood debris. The damage caused to the trunk is visible, and the bark peels off easily. This beetle is known as a secondary pest, and it primarily attacks young pines that are under 15 years of age and have lowered vitality (due to damage caused by frost, drought, etc.). However, during an outbreak, even healthy trees can be attacked by this beetle.

Symptom

Pupal chambers at the end of the galleries, which are separated from the bark by a fine layer of wood debris.

Tree Species: Pine

Part of a plant- attacked: Tree trunk

Pest significance: Harmful

Pest Category: Insects

Invasive Species: No

Present in EU: Yes

Seasonal frequency of occurrence

Seasonal frequency of occurrence