EPPO Global Database

Ips cembrae(IPSXCE)

Distribution details in United Kingdom (Scotland)

Situation
Current pest situation evaluated by EPPO on the basis of information dated 2022: Present, restricted distribution
First recorded in: 1955
From CABI Pest map 690 (2007): Present, restricted distribution
Comments
2021: A pest-free area is maintained in western Scotland.
References
* Balogun RA (1970) The life-history and habits of the larch bark beetle, Ips cembrae (Coleoptera: Scolytidae), in the North-East of Scotland. The Canadian Entomologist, 102, 226–239

* 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

* Scottish Forestry (2022-10-12) Bark beetles intercepted in west of Scotland. https://forestry.gov.scot/news-releases/bark-beetles-intercepted-in-west-of-scotland
------- 5 beetles in pheromone lure trap. No breeding population.