EPPO Global Database

EPPO Reporting Service no. 01 - 2017 Num. article: 2017/004

First report of Anoplophora glabripennis in Montenegro


In Montenegro, Anoplophora glabripennis (Coleoptera: Cerambycidae – EPPO A1 List) was found for the first time in 2015-10-26 in the municipality of Budva on a willow tree (Salix sp.). The origin of this outbreak is unknown. The infested tree was immediately destroyed and phytosanitary measures have been implemented.
The situation of Anoplophora glabripennis in Montenegro can be described as follows: Transient, first found in 2015 in Budva, under eradication.


Sources

INTERNET
Food safety, veterinary and phytosanitary sectors. Montenegro (in Montenegrin). News.