Coccotrypes

Eichhoff, 1878

Coccotrypes is a of (: Scolytinae) comprising approximately 130 described . The genus is notable for its specialized seed-boring habits, with several species developing entirely within seeds or of plants. Coccotrypes dactyliperda (date stone ) and C. rhizophorae are economically significant pests of date palms and mangroves respectively, having achieved distributions through human-mediated of host material.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Coccotrypes: /ˈkɒk.kəˌtraɪps/

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Habitat

within Coccotrypes occupy diverse determined by associations: C. dactyliperda occurs inside seeds of Phoenix palms in date palm-growing regions and horticultural settings; C. rhizophorae inhabits mangrove forests where it develops within Rhizophora . The as a whole is associated with seeds, stones, or propagules of various host plants.

Distribution

The has broad distribution through human-mediated . C. dactyliperda is to the Middle East and North Africa, now in subtropical and temperate zones worldwide. C. rhizophorae is native to Indonesia, to Ecuador, the Galápagos Islands, and various countries. Distribution records for the genus exist from Norway and Sweden.

Human Relevance

C. dactyliperda causes 20–40% production losses in unprotected date palms and damages seeds intended for horticultural propagation. C. rhizophorae is the principal pest of mangrove in Rhizophora, causing mortality that affects mangrove forest management, , and restoration efforts in Ecuador and other invaded regions.