EPPO Global Database

Monochamus sutor(MONCSU)

Vector of

Important note on vectors:
Information on vectors and their associated pathogens is a new feature of the database (April 2023). Data will gradually be entered by the EPPO Secretariat and will focus on regulated (quarantine) pests.
Organism Type
Bursaphelenchus mucronatus (BURSMU) Known vector
*  Silva H, Cardoso JM, Manadas B, Fonseca L (2026) Insights into pine wilt disease: a review on biology and pathogenicity of Bursaphelenchus xylophilus and B. mucronatus. Trees, Forests and People 24, 101123. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tfp.2025.101123
------- main vector in Asia. 
Bursaphelenchus xylophilus (BURSXY) Potential vector
* Pajares J, Álvarez G, Hall D, Ibarra N, Hoch G, Halbig P, Cocoş D, Johansson H, Schroeder M (2017) Attractants for management of the pine sawyer beetle Monochamus sutor, a potential vector of Bursaphelenchus xylophilus. Journal of Applied Entomology 141, 97–111.