Sakhalin pine sawyer - Monochamus saltuarius
Effective: August 18, 2010 - December 31, 2017
Taxonomic Position: Coleoptera : Cerambycidae
Pest Type: Insects
Pest Code (NAPIS): INALHPA
This pest is a member of the following surveys: Exotic Wood Borer / Bark Beetle, Pine
These Approved Methods are appropriate for: 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011
Pest Information
CAPS Pest Datasheet: https://download.ceris.purdue.edu/file/3072
Pest Tracker: https://pesttracker.org/pest/INALHPA
Human and Animal Pathogens Transmitted:
Not known to transmit any human or animal pathogens.
Pest Pathogens and Organisms Vectored:
B. kolymensis, B. mucronatus, and Bursaphelenchus xylophilus (which can transmit Pseudomonas sp., the causal agent of pine wilt disease).
Survey
Approved Method(s)
| Method | Detail | NAPIS Survey Method |
|---|---|---|
| Visual | See the EWB/BB National Survey Guidelines for more details. | 3031 - General Visual Observation |
Trap Spacing:
When trapping for woodborers or bark beetles, separate traps with different lure combinations by at least 30 meters (98 feet).
Survey Recommendations
The following are recommendations for executing the survey using the approved methods for pest surveillance. The recommendations are developed through literature review and consultation with subject matter experts.
Key Diagnostic or Identification
Approved Method(s)
ID/Diagnostic:
Morphological: Adults can be identified by a cerambycid taxonomist.
Mistaken Identities:
Monochamus species
Present in U.S.: Monochamus carolinensis and Monochamus titillator, in addition to many other native Monochamus species.
Present in U.S.: Monochamus carolinensis and Monochamus titillator, in addition to many other native Monochamus species.
References
If you are unable to find a reference, contact STCAPS@usda.gov. See the CAPS Pest Datasheet for all references.