Monsoma pulveratum
(Retzius, 1783)
green alder sawfly
Monsoma pulveratum, known as the green alder , is a of common sawfly in the Tenthredinidae. Native to Europe, it has been accidentally introduced to North America and is documented in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States as well as parts of Canada. The species has been identified as a potential forest pest in its introduced range.
Pronunciation
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Habitat
Forest ; specifically associated with alder in its introduced range in the Pacific Northwest.
Distribution
Native to Europe (documented in Belgium). Introduced in North America: Pacific Northwest states (Washington, Oregon, Idaho) and Canada (Newfoundland).
Host Associations
- alder - implied by "green alder " and association with forest in Pacific Northwest
Ecological Role
Potential forest pest in introduced range.
Human Relevance
Identified as a potential new forest pest in the Pacific Northwest; subject of monitoring and distribution studies due to possible economic or ecological impact on forest .
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Introduction History
Accidentally introduced from Europe to North America; specific date and of introduction not documented in available sources.