EPPO Global Database

Dendroctonus micans(DENCMI)

Distribution details in United Kingdom (Scotland)

Situation
Current pest situation evaluated by EPPO on the basis of information dated 2022: Present, restricted distribution
Comments
2022: D. micans is an established pest in southern Scotland and is slowly extending its range northwards. A pest-free area is maintained in western Scotland.
References
* Scottish Forestry (2022) Great spruce bark beetle regulations, information and advice for Scotland. https://forestry.gov.scot/sustainable-forestry/tree-health/tree-pests-and-diseases/great-spruce-bark-beetle-in-scotland

* Scottish Forestry (2021) The west of Scotland pest-free area for Dendroctonus micans, Ips cembrae and Ips sexdentatus. 22p. https://forestry.gov.scot/component/edocman/1386-maintenance-of-a-pest-free-area/download?Itemid=0