Doryctes
Haliday, 1836
Doryctes is a of in the Braconidae. in this genus are known to parasitize wood-boring beetles, including cerambycid pests. At least one species, D. yogoi, has been evaluated for of forest pests.
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How to pronounce Doryctes: /ˈdɔrɪktɛs/
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Habitat
Associated with forest , particularly where wood-boring beetles occur. D. yogoi has been experimentally released in live Japanese cedar trees (Cryptomeria japonica).
Distribution
Documented from Denmark, Norway, and Sweden (GBIF records). Specific natural range of the is not well documented.
Host Associations
- Semanotus japonicus - Explicitly documented for D. yogoi; a cerambycid beetle pest of conifers
Behavior
Experimental release of D. yogoi demonstrates potential for use as a agent against wood-boring pests.
Ecological Role
of wood-boring beetles; contributes to of cerambycid pests in forest .
Human Relevance
Evaluated for of Semanotus japonicus, a pest of Japanese cedar. Potential application in forest pest management programs.
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Taxonomic note
Doryctes Haliday, 1836 is a well-established in Braconidae, though -level and remain poorly documented for most members.