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Lyctus africanus
African powderpost beetle
Lyctus africanus is a wood-boring beetle in the family Bostrichidae, commonly known as the African powderpost beetle. The species is recognized as a significant invasive pest of dry wood, causing damage by converting wood into powdery frass through larval feeding. It has established populations across multiple continents including its native Africa, Europe, North America, and Southern Asia. Recent detections in Italy represent its expanding range in the Mediterranean region facilitated by climatic conditions.