European spruce beetle - Dendroctonus micans
Effective: August 18, 2010 - December 31, 2020
Taxonomic Position: Coleoptera : Scolytidae
Pest Type: Insects
Pest Code (NAPIS): INBQAQA
This pest is a member of the following surveys: Exotic Wood Borer / Bark Beetle, Pine
These Approved Methods are appropriate for: 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011
Pest Information
CAPS Pest Datasheet: https://download.ceris.purdue.edu/file/3028
Pest Tracker: https://pesttracker.org/pest/INBQAQA
Human and Animal Pathogens Transmitted:
Not known to transmit any human or animal pathogens.
Pest Pathogens and Organisms Vectored:
Not known to vector any pathogens or other associated organisms. Secondary invaders include: Heterobasidion annosum (root disease fungu) and Armillaria spp.
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: Examine specimens under a good quality, high powered (preferably with up to 90X) dissecting microscope, with the help of a reference collection.
Mistaken Identities:
With naked eye, other families of small beetles.
Dendroctonus species
Dendroctonus punctatus
References
  1. Baker, J.R. and S. B. Bambara. 2007. Key to species of Hylesine bark beetles of the Southeastern United States (Goes to genus level).

If you are unable to find a reference, contact STCAPS@usda.gov. See the CAPS Pest Datasheet for all references.