A new forest pest in Europe: a review of Emerald ash borer (Agrilus planipennis) invasion

Journal of Applied Entomology, Journal Year: 2016, Volume and Issue: 141(7), P. 507 - 526

Published: Oct. 25, 2016

Abstract In this publication, we review the biology, ecology, invasion history, impacts and management options of Emerald ash borer (EAB) Agrilus plannipennis , with a particular focus on its in Europe. planipennis ( EAB ) is wood‐boring beetle native to East Asia. Having caused massive damages species North America last decades, it was first recorded Europe 2003 Russia (Moscow). All Fraxinus are known be susceptible attacks, which cause high tree mortality even among formerly healthy trees. Recorded expansion rates between 2.5 80 km/year 13 41 European Russia. Given current rates, expected reach Central within 15–20 years. A combination mechanical, biological chemical control phytosanitary measures may reduce impact, nevertheless most likely will substantial. There an urgent need identify enemies Europe, test suitable biocontrol agents develop early detection measures. Although obvious that become major pest dedicated response able level mortality, thus improve opportunity for long‐term survival as important component forests.

Language: Английский

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Current range of Agrilus planipennis Fairmaire, an alien pest of ash trees, in European Russia and Ukraine

Annals of Forest Science, Journal Year: 2020, Volume and Issue: 77(2)

Published: March 23, 2020

Language: Английский

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Southern Range Expansion of the Emerald Ash Borer, Agrilus planipennis, in Russia Threatens Ash and Olive Trees in the Middle East and Southern Europe

Forests, Journal Year: 2022, Volume and Issue: 13(4), P. 541 - 541

Published: March 30, 2022

Agrilus planipennis (Coleoptera: Buprestidae) is the most serious invasive pest of ash trees (Fraxinus spp., Oleaceae) in world. It has not yet reached range olive tree plantations, however it been shown to complete its life cycle this host tree. This native East Asia was first found Europe Moscow 2003 and spreading ever since. The aims study were determine if southern border already Caucasus assess potential region based on availability heat availability. In 2021, we surveyed south known Russia. We did find six cities North but city Azov close Caucasus. Analysis information about 550 localities showed that Fraxinus spp. common throughout region. calculation annual growing degree days base 10 °C indicated places where grow above 1500 m are too cold for A. therefore could potentially become a refuge trees. spread concern. First, forest ecosystems endangered, since European excelsior much more there than currently infested regions Second, Russian can gateway Georgia, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Turkey other countries Middle Southern Europe. propose using angustifolia, F. ornus Olea europaea adjacent as sentinel monitoring risk assessment these species.

Language: Английский

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Invasion of Emerald Ash Borer Agrilus planipennis and Ash Dieback Pathogen Hymenoscyphus fraxineus in Ukraine—A Concerted Action

Forests, Journal Year: 2022, Volume and Issue: 13(5), P. 789 - 789

Published: May 19, 2022

Emerald Ash Borer (EAB), Agrilus planipennis, is a beetle that originates from East Asia. Upon invasion to North America in the early 2000s, it killed untold millions of ash trees. In European Russia, EAB was first detected Moscow 2003 and proved have potential also kill native (Fraxinus excelsior). The has since spread all geographic directions, establishing itself eastern Ukraine by 2019 possessing for further westward towards EU. Apart approaching EAB, F. excelsior currently threatened dieback disease (ADB) caused invasive ascomycete fungus Hymenoscyphus fraxineus. infestation combined with ADB infection expected be more lethal than either them alone, yet consequences are unknown. To date, represents area which both invasions overlap, thus providing opportunity related investigations. aims study were investigate: (i) expansion range Ukraine, (ii) relative susceptibility American pennsylvanica) ADB, (iii) effect/impact on condition imposed pest subjected invasion. results demonstrated expanding terms newly infested trees invaded area; resistant pennsylvanica, while susceptible pennsylvanica; likely predispose EAB. It concluded inventory mapping surviving excelsior, affected necessary acquire genetic resources work strategic, long-term restoration devastated areas, thereby tackling possible

Language: Английский

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The lifecycle of Agrilus biguttatus: the role of temperature in its development and distribution, and implications for Acute Oak Decline

Agricultural and Forest Entomology, Journal Year: 2017, Volume and Issue: 20(3), P. 334 - 346

Published: Nov. 8, 2017

Abstract The two spotted oak buprestid, Agrilus biguttatus Fabricus, is implicated in decline events across Europe, and strongly linked to Acute Oak Decline the U.K., although its role syndrome remains under investigation. In beetle restricted south central England. present study aimed improve our understanding of beetle's life history thermal requirements, intending explain U.K. distribution, collect data for lifecycle modelling. Novel methods were developed culture laboratory, which enabled experiments be carried out, providing on sex ratio, longevity fecundity, development rates eggs, larvae pupae at constant temperatures. On average, females lived 63 days laid 82 eggs. Larvae through four instars. Sex ratio varied by site, with no overall trend apparent. (to adult emergence) had linear relationships temperature, lower developmental thresholds 12.1, 11.9 15.1 °C, respectively. For each stage, degree‐day values calculated. Beetles appeared have an obligatory prepupal diapause all temperatures studied, up including 25 °C. implications findings current as well possible effects climate change, are discussed. appears thermally limited and, if so, perhaps that Decline, may alter change.

Language: Английский

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Vegetation responses to simulated emerald ash borer infestation inFraxinus nigradominated wetlands of Upper Michigan, USA

Canadian Journal of Forest Research, Journal Year: 2016, Volume and Issue: 47(3), P. 319 - 330

Published: Nov. 17, 2016

The invasive emerald ash borer (EAB) (Agrilus planipennis Fairmaire (Coleoptera: Buprestidae)) is a significant threat to biodiversity and ecosystem processes in North American forests. Of particular concern the fate of Fraxinus nigra (black ash), which frequently dominant canopy species across much its range. To investigate potential vegetation response loss this foundation species, EAB-induced mortality was simulated F. dominated wetlands Upper Michigan, USA. No growth residual overstory occurred over course three growing seasons, may part be attributed negative effects post-treatment conditions, including prolonged inundation. A increase non-Fraxinus sapling rate observed, however. Mortality did not impact overall stem recruitment or regeneration, although composition shifting towards Acer rubrum (red maple) Betula alleghaniensis (yellow birch) seedling layer. herbaceous community exhibited greatest response, nearly doubling areal cover by end study. Importantly, expanded associated with decreased establishment new woody seedlings, suggesting that increased competition between these functional groups has yet impacted for future recovery

Language: Английский

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Modeling long‐distance dispersal of emerald ash borer in European Russia and prognosis of spread of this pest to neighboring countries within next 5 years

Ecology and Evolution, Journal Year: 2018, Volume and Issue: 8(18), P. 9295 - 9304

Published: Aug. 24, 2018

To develop an approach to model the spatial dynamics of emerald ash borer Agrilus planipennis (Coleoptera: Buprestidae) in European Russia. This tree-killing pest was detected Moscow 15 years ago and began spread, posing a threat ashes all over Europe. The aim determine its probable current range evaluate probability dispersal neighboring countries within next 5 years.Cities transport hubs Russia countries. Ash trees this region occur mainly urban plantations along highways.Pairwise distances between locations were used as main parameter determining spread. For each location, detection A. calculated using three simulation recurrent models long-distance dispersal. Parametrization made by comparison with results surveys 2003-2015. Field data on 2016-2017 mapped for verification. A prognosis spread 2022 made.A based fat-tailed kernel corresponds both negative positive surveys. According model, is likely be restricted Russia, but east Belarus, Ukraine, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania 15%-40%.The forestry services probably have about prepare invasion pest, regular are necessary, since can appear at any time. case considered shows that simple just one parameter-pairwise distance cities-can modeling alien pests plantations.

Language: Английский

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An integrative phenology and climatic suitability model for emerald ash borer

Frontiers in Insect Science, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 3

Published: Aug. 29, 2023

Introduction Decision support models that predict both when and where to expect emerald ash borer (EAB), Agrilus planipennis Fairmaire (Coleoptera: Buprestidae), are needed for the development implementation of effective management strategies against this major invasive pest ( Fraxinus species) in North America other regions such as Europe. We present a spatialized model phenology climatic suitability EAB use Degree-Days, Risk, Phenological event mapping (DDRP) platform, which is an open-source decision tool help detect, monitor, manage threats. Methods evaluated using presence records from three geographic (China, America, Europe) phenological dataset consisting primarily observations northeastern midwestern United States. To demonstrate model, we produced maps recent year tested trends EAB’s potential distribution over 20-year period. Results Overall, exhibited strong performance. Presence was correctly estimated 99% predicted dates adult events corresponded closely with observed dates, mean absolute error ca. 7 days low estimates bias. Climate stresses were insufficient exclude areas native species Europe; however, extreme weather events, climate warming, inability complete its life cycle may reduce some areas. Significant toward earlier emergence 20 years occurred only Discussion Near real-time forecasts conterminous States available at two websites provide end-users decision-support surveillance pest. Forecasts egg hatch particularly relevant managing existing populations pesticide treatments parasitoid introductions.

Language: Английский

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Agrilus planipennis Pest Report to support the ranking of EU candidate priority pests

EFSA Supporting Publications, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 22(4)

Published: April 1, 2025

Abstract In 2022, EFSA was mandated by the European Commission's Directorate‐General for Health and Food Safety (M‐2022‐00070) to provide technical assistance on list of Union quarantine pests qualifying as priority pests, specified in Article 6(2) Regulation (EU) 2016/2031 protective measures against plant pests. As part Task C, conducted expert knowledge elicitations candidate focusing lag period, expansion rate impact production (yield quality losses) environment. This report provides rationale dataset Agrilus planipennis, delivered Joint Research Centre, feed into Impact Indicator Priority Pests (I2P2) model complete pest prioritisation ranking exercise.

Language: Английский

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Agrilus maliMatsumara (Coleoptera: Buprestidae), a new invasive pest of wild apple in western China: DNA barcoding and life cycle

Ecology and Evolution, Journal Year: 2018, Volume and Issue: 9(3), P. 1160 - 1172

Published: Dec. 27, 2018

Abstract Agrilus mali Matsumara (Coleoptera: Buprestidae) is a wood‐boring beetle distributed to eastern China that occasionally injures apple species. However, this new the wild forests ( Malus sieversii ) of Tianshan Mountains (western China) and has caused extensive tree mortality. The development biological control program for these high priority requires exploration life cycle, DNA barcoding taxonomic status A. . In study, determine diversity invasive beetles, fragment mitochondrial cytochrome oxidase gene was analyzed. Based on results, beetles from Gongliu Xinyuan counties Xinjiang were identical but differed those in nursery by single‐nucleotide substitution. We summarize status, relationships, genetic distances among other species using Tajima‐Nei model maximum likelihood phylogeny. Analysis revealed closely related mendax both belong Sinuatiagrulus subgenus. cycle investigated based monthly regular inspection Tianshan. Similar congeneric species, hosts are injured larvae feeding phloem tissue, resulting serpentine galleries constructed between bark xylem prevent nutrient transport leading Future studies will focus plant physiological responses include surveys natural enemies potential classical program.

Language: Английский

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