Harmful Effects of Large black longhorn beetle

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Harmful Effects of Large black longhorn beetle

Stictoleptura scutellata

Large black longhorn beetle larvae bore into coniferous trees, disrupting nutrient transport, causing discoloration, slowed growth, wilt, crown dieback, and tree death. This can affect timber quality and forest ecosystems, indirectly impacting forestry-related human activities.

What Type of Pest Is Large black longhorn beetle?

Forestry Pest

Damage Stage

Larvae

Host Plants

Coniferous forest

Host Plants Organs

Stems, Roots

Damage Ways

Boring Plant Tissues

Damage Reason

Feeding

Damage Level

Mild to Severe

Large black longhorn beetle's larvae bore into stems and roots of coniferous trees, disrupting nutrient and water flow. Initially, infested trees may show discoloration and slowed growth. Severe infestations lead to foliage wilt, crown dieback, and ultimately tree death, affecting timber quality and forest ecosystems. This pest could indirectly impact human activities related to forestry.

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