Bark Beetles

Authors

Ryan S. Davis, Utah State University
Darren McAvoy, Utah State University

Document Type

Factsheet

Publisher

Utah State University Extension

Publication Date

7-1-2012

Abstract

Bark beetles are one of the most destructive forest pests in the world. They are different than the larger longhorned and roundheaded/metallic woodboring beetles commonly infesting the inner wood of trees. The largest bark beetle, the red turpentine beetle (Dendroctonus valens), reaches only 8.3 mm in length. Because of their tiny size, bark beetles are not effective tree killers as individuals.

Recommended Citation

Davis, Ryan S. and McAvoy, Darren, "Bark Beetles" (2012). All Current Publications. Paper 850.
https://digitalcommons.usu.edu/extension_curall/850