Hylobius congener

Dalla Torre & Schenkling, 1932

Seedling Debarking Weevil, Pine Weevil

Hylobius , the seedling debarking , is a of in the . It is a documented pest of newly planted coniferous seedlings in clearcut forests, where feed on bark and frequently and kill young trees. The species occurs in North America, with confirmed records in Canada including Alberta, British Columbia, Labrador, and Manitoba.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Hylobius congener: /hɪˈloʊbiəs ˈkɒndʒənər/

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Habitat

Clearcut forests; specifically associated with sites where coniferous seedlings have been newly planted

Distribution

North America; confirmed in Canadian provinces: Alberta, British Columbia, Labrador, Manitoba

Diet

Bark of coniferous seedlings

Behavior

feed on the bark of coniferous seedlings, often girdling and killing them

Ecological Role

Pest of forestry operations; causes mortality of newly planted coniferous seedlings through bark feeding

Human Relevance

Economic pest in forestry and reforestation programs; subject to investigation for using nematodes