Scolytus quadrispinosus
Say, 1824
Hickory Bark Beetle
Scolytus quadrispinosus, commonly known as the hickory bark beetle, is a bark beetle in the Curculionidae. It is native to North America and has been documented in Canada (Ontario, Québec) and the United States. The species is associated with hickory and related trees. Its has been studied in relation to host specificity, with individuals attracted to host material during flight.
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Habitat
Associated with hickory and related hardwood trees; inhabits bark and phloem tissues of trees.
Distribution
North America; recorded from Ontario and Québec in Canada, and the United States.
Host Associations
- Carya (hickory) - primary indicates association; specific records require verification
Behavior
During , individuals have been observed to be attracted to traps baited with materials, indicating flight is influenced by host-specific chemical cues.