European oak bark beetle - Scolytus intricatus
Effective: August 18, 2010 - December 31, 2017
Taxonomic Position: Coleoptera : Scolytidae
Pest Type: Insects
Pest Code (NAPIS): INBQFIA
This pest is a member of the following surveys: Exotic Wood Borer / Bark Beetle, Oak
These Approved Methods are appropriate for: 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011
Pest Information
CAPS Pest Datasheet: https://download.ceris.purdue.edu/file/3080
Pest Tracker: https://pesttracker.org/pest/INBQFIA
Human and Animal Pathogens Transmitted:
Not known to transmit any human or animal pathogens.
Pest Pathogens and Organisms Vectored:
<>Ophiostoma quercus, Ascomycete fungi, possibly Ceratocystis fagacearum, Cryphonectria parasitica (chestnut blight fungus), Fusarium, Alternaria, Penicillium, Botyris, Gliocladum, Aspergillum, Geosmithia and Sterilia have been isolated from adults (Davis et al., 2006).
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
Mistaken Identities:
Scolytus spp.
Present in U.S.: S. quadrispinosus, S. unispinosus, and S. ventralis
Present in U.S.: S. quadrispinosus, S. unispinosus, and S. ventralis
References
If you are unable to find a reference, contact STCAPS@usda.gov. See the CAPS Pest Datasheet for all references.