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Acanthocinus aedilis

Timberman beetle

Description

It develops on pine trunks and stumps. Larvae feed on phloem on the surface of sapwood, they move inside wood to pupate, but they often pupate also in bark. The species is characteristic of males’ antennae whose length exceeds several times the body length. Females have a shorter antennae and long, well seen ovipositor. It is a nice and noticeable beetle. It  infests heavily weakened trees, stumps and windthrows. During outbreak it might cause serious damage. Prefer warmer localities.

Symptom

Beetle with long tentacles.

Tree Species: Pine

Part of a plant- attacked: Tree trunk

Pest significance: Less harmful

Pest Category: Insects

Invasive Species: No

Present in EU: Yes

Seasonal frequency of occurrence

Seasonal frequency of occurrence