Abstract Intraspecific genetic variation underpins many evolutionary processes and phenomena. For species considered pests, the dynamics of how genetic variation is distributed geographically take on a greater importance, because they can impact pest-management...
Abstract Bark beetle infestations have historically been primary drivers of stand thinning in Mexican pine forests. However, bark beetle impacts have become increasingly extensive and intense, apparently associated with climate change. Our objective was to describe...
Abstract Timely detection of insect infestation (or other disturbance) in a forest is vital for an adequate response plan to be developed. To determine the status of an active infestation of southern pine beetle (Dendroctonus frontalis) in the Bienville National...
Abstract The southern pine beetle was recently captured in baited traps in several states in the northeastern U.S., representing a significant range expansion from what was previously known for this pest. Keywords distribution, northeast, range expansion, trap...
Abstract We examine consequences of climate-induced range expansion on community composition and diversity within trees attacked by the southern pine beetle (Dendroctonus frontalis Zimmermann). At the northernmost limit of the southern pine beetle range where...
Abstract The southern pine beetle, Dendroctonus frontalis Zimmermann (Coleoptera: Curculionidae: Scolytinae), is among the most destructive bark beetle pests of pines (Pinaceae) of the southeast and mid-Atlantic United States of America, Mexico, and Central America....
Abstract The southern pine beetle, Dendroctonus frontalis Zimmermann (Coleoptera: Curculionidae: Scolytinae) is a major destructive pest of Pinus L. In the southeastern United States, numbers of this species and a major predator, Thanasimus dubius (Fabricius)...
Abstract Native and nonnative insects and diseases can result in detrimental impacts to trees and forests, including the loss of economic resources and ecosystem services. Increases in globalization and changing human behaviors have created new anthropogenic pathways...
Abstract Forest biotic populations and communities are undergoing irreversible changes due to climatic perturbations, and these effects may be exacerbated by insect pests. In the southeastern United States (U.S.), Dendroctonus frontalis is one of the most important...