Phloeotribus scarabaeoides Scorecard

Olive bark beetle (Phloeotribus scarabaeoides). Pest and Diseases Image Library , Bugwood.org

Species:  Phloeotribus scarabaeoides

Common Name:  Olive bark beetle

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Results

Impact Total:12 / 35Impact = ( Spread + Damage - Benefit )

Ability to Respond Total:13 / 25Ability to Respond = ( Ease of Response + Tools in Place )

Confidence:Medium

Confidence Notes:Has been found on nursery stock and may have a widespread distribution in California.

Impact

SpreadNotesScore
Spread RateMay be transported long distances in infested olive wood or on live plant material. 4
Spread AmountHosts include olive, oleander, ash, and common lilac. Widely distributed throughout the Mediterranean basin. 4
DamageNotesScore
EcologicalIntroduction would likely cause increased insecticide usage.1
AgriculturalSerious pest of olive that can cause severe losses of young shoots, flowers, and fruit. 3
Infrastructure0
CulturalOlive and oleander are widespread ornamentals and are likely to be significantly impacted by this pest.0
Health0
BenefitNotesScore
Ecological0
Agricultural0
Infrastructure0
Cultural0
Health0
Total12

Ability to Respond

Ease of ResponseNotesScore
DetectionEthylene could be used as an attractant for trapping and monitoring. Eggs, larvae, and adults found under bark. 3
ControlDeltamethrin may inhibit the excavation of new reproduction galleries and induce a repellent effect. Difficult to control beetles in galleries. 3
Tools in PlaceNotesScore
EntryB-rated pest from CDFA.3
ControlB-rated pest from CDFA.3
OutreachLimited outreach material available. 1
Total13

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