Dryocoetes autographus
Eichhoff, 1864
Dryocoetes autographus is a bark beetle in the weevil Curculionidae, described by Eichhoff in 1864. It is native to Europe with a Holarctic distribution, having been recorded in North America as well. The species inhabits bark and phloem of trees and serves as a for the parasitic Malamoeba scolyti.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Dryocoetes autographus: //ˌdraɪ.oʊˈsiːtiːz ˌɔːtəˈɡræfəs//
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Habitat
Inhabits bark and phloem of trees; associated with woody where bark beetle activity occurs.
Distribution
Native to Europe; present in the Holarctic region including North America and Belgium.
Host Associations
- Malamoeba scolyti - Parasitic found in haemolymph of beetles
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Parasite Host Relationship
Documented as for Malamoeba scolyti (Amoebidae), with transmission occurring during mating and oviposition. appears chronic and non-lethal under normal conditions.