Article
Forestry
Flavius Balacenoiu, Constantin Netoiu, Romica Tomescu, Dieter Carol Simon, Andrei Buzatu, Dragos Toma, Ion Catilin Petritan
Summary: The invasive alien insect species oak lace bug is rapidly spreading in Europe, where aerial chemical treatments have been found to significantly reduce nymph populations. However, residual populations still lead to re-infestations, with quicker re-infestations and more severe attacks observed after contact insecticide sprays.
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Robert J. Warren, Stacey Noezil, Chloe Mokadam
Summary: This study examined the richness of gall-inducing insects on native and non-native plants, finding that native plants host more gall-inducing species, especially woody plants. Non-native plants, particularly woody species, diminish suitable habitat for gall-inducing species, degrading biodiversity in forest ecosystems.
BIODIVERSITY AND CONSERVATION
(2021)
Article
Entomology
Marton J. Paulin, Csaba B. Eoetvoes, Petr Zabransky, Gyoergy Csoka, Martin Schebeck
Summary: The North American oak lace bug is an invasive species in Europe and poses a serious threat to oak-dominated forests. This study examined the cold-tolerance strategy, supercooling points, and chilling-related mortality of overwintering adults to assess their ability to survive harsh winters. The results showed that C. arcuata is a freeze-avoidant species with moderate risk of mortality from chilling injuries.
AGRICULTURAL AND FOREST ENTOMOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Ecology
Elena Valdes-Correcher, Maarten de Groot, Laura Schille, Alex Stemmelen, Yannick Mellerin, Olivier Bonnard, Bastien Castagneyrol
Summary: Insect herbivores that co-occur on the same host plant can interact in various ways. A study conducted in SW France investigated the interaction between early-season insect herbivory and subsequent herbivory by the exotic Oak Lace Bug (OLB) on four oak species. The results suggest possible synergistic effects between spring defoliators and the OLB, shedding light on herbivore-herbivore interactions and their implications for forest management.
ARTHROPOD-PLANT INTERACTIONS
(2023)
Article
Entomology
Matteo Bracalini, Domenico Rizzo, Tiziana Panzavolta
Summary: The purpose of this study was to determine the presence of the oak lace bug in central Italy (Tuscany). The survey found that the bug was present in 39 out of 50 survey points, mainly infesting English oaks and Turkey oaks. The study suggests that the dispersal of the bug is primarily human-mediated.
BULLETIN OF INSECTOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Entomology
Matteo Bracalini, Domenico Rizzo, Tiziana Panzavolta
Summary: The oak lace bug (OLB), a sap-sucking insect, is an invasive species mainly associated with oaks. It has spread from North America to Europe, including several European countries and the Balkan region. This study aimed to determine the presence of OLB in Tuscany, Italy. The results showed that OLB was found in both urban and peri-urban areas, with a higher infestation rate in urban areas. Quercus robur and Quercus cerris were the most affected oak species. The spread of OLB is believed to be mainly human-mediated. The findings highlight the importance of further research in order to mitigate the impact of OLB on oak forests.
BULLETIN OF INSECTOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Forestry
Cristina Stanca-Moise, George Moise, Mihaela Rotaru, Ghizela Vonica, Dorina Sanislau
Summary: This scientific paper investigates the impact of climate change on the spread and survival of the invasive species Corythucha arcuata Say, 1832 (oak lace bug, or OLB) in Romania. The paper aims to address knowledge gaps about the OLB by presenting findings from a study conducted by the Lucian Blaga University of Sibiu (ULBS) in Romania. The study reveals a direct link between temperature and the speed of the OLB's lifecycle, supporting the thesis that climate change enables the rapid growth of OLB, endangering Quercus spp.
Article
Forestry
Nikola Zoric, Milivoj Franjevic, Dinka Matosevic
Summary: Corythucha arcuata, an invasive alien species, has rapidly spread in Europe, causing losses in chlorophyll and negative effects on oak trees' health. New records of oak lace bug have been found in Istria, Croatia, where Quercus pubescens is the dominant tree species. The negative influence of oak lace bug, combined with other stressors, will likely impact the health status of oak trees in the Mediterranean region.
SEEFOR-SOUTH-EAST EUROPEAN FORESTRY
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Man P. Huynh, Ryan W. Geisert, Dalton C. Ludwick, Adrian J. Pekarcik, Bruce E. Hibbard
Summary: This study evaluated the host search behavior of four different corn rootworm species on six plant species using a video tracking system. The results showed that each species exhibited distinct search behavior patterns, which were closely associated with their host preferences.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Vojtech Lanta, Jiri Dolezal, Petr Kozel, David Hauck, Jan Altman, Josef Kasak, Jiri Foit, Pavel Sebek, Lukas Cizek
Summary: The study found that the invasive black locust has a greater impact on plants than on saproxylic beetles. Plant and beetle species richness and abundance were lower in black locust stands, contributing to homogenization and impoverishment of the respective communities. The presence of black locust may offer refuge to saproxylic beetles, but it also results in decreased diversity and threatened species in plant and insect assemblages.
BIOLOGICAL CONSERVATION
(2021)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Elan R. Alford, Sam Hoadley, Caroline R. Fazzini, Laura K. Reilly, Amy Highland, Ellen C. Lake, Jeffrey A. Downing
Summary: Mt. Cuba Center is a botanical garden that aims to conserve native habitats by working with native plants and inspiring people to become conservators. They convey conservation messages through interpretative plans, horticultural research, and public engagement, and promote conservation by influencing guest attitudes and experiences. By telling their story and demonstrating conservation actions, they aim to transform garden guests into conservators.
Article
Parasitology
Emilie Bouchard, Rajnish Sharma, Adrian Hernandez-Ortiz, Kayla Buhler, Batol Al-Adhami, Chunlei Su, Heather Fenton, Geraldine G.-Gouin, James D. Roth, Chloe Warret Rodrigues, Carla Pamak, Audrey Simon, Nicholas Bachand, Patrick Leighton, Emily Jenkins
Summary: This study investigated the seroprevalence and tissue infection rate of Toxoplasma gondii in foxes in northern Canada. The findings showed a higher antibody detection rate in older foxes. There was a correlation between the seroprevalence of foxes and humans in different regions of Canada.
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2022)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Aaron G. Anderson, Lucas Costner, Lincoln Best, Gail A. Langellotto
Summary: By comparing the attractiveness of 23 native Pacific Northwest plant species to bees, it was found that several plants consistently harbored high bee abundance and species richness, showing great potential for garden pollinator plantings.
CONSERVATION SCIENCE AND PRACTICE
(2022)
Article
Geography, Physical
Rajeev Bhattarai, Parinaz Rahimzadeh-Bajgiran, Aaron Weiskittel, Aaron Meneghini, David A. MacLean
Summary: This study developed and evaluated new models using Sentinel-1 SAR and Sentinel-2 multispectral imagery combined with several site variables to map the distribution and abundance of SBW host species. The results indicate that Sentinel-2 multi-temporal single spectral bands and various spectral vegetation indices are effective for classifying SBW host species with high accuracy.
ISPRS JOURNAL OF PHOTOGRAMMETRY AND REMOTE SENSING
(2021)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Kirsten M. Prior, Dylan G. Jones, Shannon A. Meadley-Dunphy, Susan Lee, Alyson K. Milks, Sage Daughton, Andrew A. Forbes, Thomas H. Q. Powell
Summary: This study explores the mechanisms by which altered antagonistic interactions between native and recipient communities contribute to 'high niche opportunities' for a range-expanding insect. The results suggest that weak apparent competition may be a mechanism of enemy release for range-expanding insects embedded within generalist enemy networks.
DIVERSITY AND DISTRIBUTIONS
(2023)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Jaroslav Holusa, Milan Zubrik, Karolina Resnerova, Hana Vanicka, Jan Liska, Josef Mertelik, Danail Takov, Jiri Trombik, Ann E. Hajek, Daniela Pilarska
Summary: The fungal pathogen Entomophaga maimaiga, originally from Asia, has spread to multiple European countries, complicating the threat of the gypsy moth. Furthermore, the method of exposing larvae to soil has been found to only result in infection by two specific pathogens.
JOURNAL OF PLANT DISEASES AND PROTECTION
(2021)
Editorial Material
Entomology
Dimitrios N. Avtzis, Ferenc Lakatos
Article
Agronomy
Michal Lalik, Juraj Galko, Christo Nikolov, Slavomir Rell, Andrej Kunca, Milan Zubrik, Silvia Hyblerova, Marek Barta, Jaroslav Holusa
Summary: The entomopathogenic fungus B. bassiana has shown promise in controlling the large pine weevil, H. abietis, and reducing its abundance. Experiments have confirmed that exposing H. abietis adults to carriers colonized by B. bassiana can result in high mortality rates, indicating the potential for using this method to reduce the population of H. abietis in forests.
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Dimitrios N. Avtzis, Vasiliki Markoudi, Vangelis Mizerakis, Jelle Devalez, Georgios Nakas, Nikolaos Poulakakis, Theodora Petanidou
Summary: The study used genetic analysis to examine several species of Pygopleurus in the Aegean Archipelago, revealing distinct geographic structure and population differentiation. Island populations exhibited unique haplotypes, possibly due to the genus' low dispersal ability.
SYSTEMATICS AND BIODIVERSITY
(2021)
Correction
Zoology
Serap Mutun, Serdar Dinc, George Melika
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Spiridon Mantzoukas, Ioannis Lagogiannis, Aristeidis Ntoukas, George T. Tziros, Konstantinos Poulas, Panagiotis A. Eliopoulos, Dimitrios N. Avtzis
Summary: The study investigated the potential of Gnomoniopsis castaneae as a biocontrol agent against insect pests, using three serious insect pests as experimental models. While G. castaneae showed limited efficacy at normal doses, Isaria fumosorosea exhibited promising insecticidal activity, suggesting its potential as an efficient biocontrol agent in integrated pest management strategies. Additional studies are needed to further evaluate the role of these fungi in pest control.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2021)
Article
Entomology
Maria Karmezi, Alkmini Bataka, Dimitrios Papachristos, Dimitrios N. Avtzis
Summary: The pine wood nematode is a forest tree pathogen that causes pine wilt disease and is transmitted through beetles. It has spread beyond its natural range due to human activity, leading to severe environmental and economic damages. Countries worldwide are taking measures to control its spread, including annual surveys and examination of pine tree samples. Greece has established a network to collect and examine wood samples, contributing to our understanding of indigenous nematode species.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Iva Franic, Simone Prospero, Kalev Adamson, Eric Allan, Fabio Attorre, Marie Anne Auger-Rozenberg, Sylvie Augustin, Dimitrios Avtzis, Wim Baert, Marek Barta, Kenneth Bauters, Amani Bellahirech, Piotr Boron, Helena Braganca, Tereza Brestovanska, May Bente Brurberg, Treena Burgess, Daiva Burokiene, Michelle Cleary, Juan Corley, David R. Coyle, Gyorgy Csoka, Karel Cerny, Kateryna Davydenko, Maarten de Groot, Julio Javier Diez, H. Tugba Dogmus Lehtijarvi, Rein Drenkhan, Jacqueline Edwards, Mohammed Elsafy, Csaba Bela Eotvos, Roman Falko, Jianting Fan, Nina Feddern, Agnes Furjes-Miko, Martin M. Gossner, Bartlomiej Grad, Martin Hartmann, Ludmila Havrdova, Miriam Kadasi Horakova, Marketa Hrabetova, Mathias Just Justesen, Magdalena Kacprzyk, Marc Kenis, Natalia Kirichenko, Marta Kovac, Volodymyr Kramarets, Nikola Lackovic, Maria Victoria Lantschner, Jelena Lazarevic, Marianna Leskiv, Hongmei Li, Corrie Lynne Madsen, Chris Malumphy, Dinka Matosevic, Iryna Matsiakh, Tom W. May, Johan Meffert, Duccio Migliorini, Christo Nikolov, Richard O'Hanlon, Funda Oskay, Trudy Paap, Taras Parpan, Barbara Piskur, Hans Peter Ravn, John Richard, Anne Ronse, Alain Roques, Beat Ruffner, Karolis Sivickis, Carolina Soliani, Venche Talgo, Maria Tomoshevich, Anne Uimari, Michael Ulyshen, Anna Maria Vettraino, Caterina Villari, Yongjun Wang, Johanna Witzell, Milica Zlatkovic, Rene Eschen
Summary: International trade and climate change are major factors contributing to the spread of damaging tree pests. This study presents a large-scale assessment of tree-associated fungi and insects, revealing the diversity of these taxa across different geographic and climatic gradients. The dataset generated will facilitate further research on the distribution of fungal endophytes and insects in trees.
Article
Entomology
Marton J. Paulin, Csaba B. Eoetvoes, Petr Zabransky, Gyoergy Csoka, Martin Schebeck
Summary: The North American oak lace bug is an invasive species in Europe and poses a serious threat to oak-dominated forests. This study examined the cold-tolerance strategy, supercooling points, and chilling-related mortality of overwintering adults to assess their ability to survive harsh winters. The results showed that C. arcuata is a freeze-avoidant species with moderate risk of mortality from chilling injuries.
AGRICULTURAL AND FOREST ENTOMOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Studies
Flavius Balacenoiu, Anze Japelj, Iris Bernardinelli, Bastien Castagneyrol, Gyorgy Csoka, Milka Glavendekic, Gernot Hoch, Boris Hrasovec, Silvija Krajter Ostoic, Marton Paulin, David Williams, Johan Witters, Maarten de Groot
Summary: Against the backdrop of globalization, invasive alien species (IAS) have caused biological invasions with negative effects on economies, human health, and the environment. Preventive actions, such as early detection and public awareness, are considered the most effective methods to control IAS. A questionnaire circulated in ten European countries was used to assess the knowledge of stakeholders in the forestry sector regarding IAS. The results showed that the majority of respondents had heard about IAS and had a correct understanding of these organisms, with stakeholders in the forestry sector being more aware of their impact.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Iva Franic, Eric Allan, Simone Prospero, Kalev Adamson, Fabio Attorre, Marie-Anne Auger-Rozenberg, Sylvie Augustin, Dimitrios Avtzis, Wim Baert, Marek Barta, Kenneth Bauters, Amani Bellahirech, Piotr Boron, Helena Braganca, Tereza Brestovanska, May Bente Brurberg, Treena Burgess, Daiva Burokiene, Michelle Cleary, Juan Corley, David R. Coyle, Gyoergy Csoka, Karel Cerny, Kateryna Davydenko, Maarten de Groot, Julio Javier Diez, H. Tugba Dogmus Lehtijaervi, Rein Drenkhan, Jacqueline Edwards, Mohammed Elsafy, Csaba Bela Eoetvoes, Roman Falko, Jianting Fan, Nina Feddern, Agnes Fuerjes-Miko, Martin M. Gossner, Bartlomiej Grad, Martin Hartmann, Ludmila Havrdova, Miriam Kadasi Horakova, Marketa Hrabetova, Mathias Just Justesen, Magdalena Kacprzyk, Marc Kenis, Natalia Kirichenko, Marta Kovac, Volodymyr Kramarets, Nikola Lackovic, Maria Victoria Lantschner, Jelena Lazarevic, Marianna Leskiv, Hongmei Li, Corrie Lynne Madsen, Chris Malumphy, Dinka Matosevic, Iryna Matsiakh, Tom W. May, Johan Meffert, Duccio Migliorini, Christo Nikolov, Richard O'Hanlon, Funda Oskay, Trudy Paap, Taras Parpan, Barbara Piskur, Hans Peter Ravn, John Richard, Anne Ronse, Alain Roques, Beat Ruffner, Alberto Santini, Karolis Sivickis, Carolina Soliani, Venche Talgo, Maria Tomoshevich, Anne Uimari, Michael Ulyshen, Anna Maria Vettraino, Caterina Villari, Yongjun Wang, Johanna Witzell, Milica Zlatkovic, Rene Eschen
Summary: Non-native pests, climate change, and their interactions can alter relationships between trees and tree-associated organisms, with consequences for forest health. Factors such as mean annual temperature, phylogenetic distance between hosts, and geographic distance between locations play a crucial role in shaping tree-associated communities. The increasing importance of high temperatures suggests that climate change may directly and indirectly affect tree-associated organisms. Furthermore, host range shifts and human-mediated transport contribute to the emergence and spread of new pests. It is vital to limit the establishment of tree pests and enhance the resilience of forest ecosystems to climate change.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Forestry
Csaba Bela Eotvos, Agnes Furjes-Miko, Marton Paulin, Csaba Gaspar, Marcell Karpati, Aniko Hirka, Gyorgy Csoka
Summary: Both artificial and natural regeneration of oaks strongly depend on acorn quantity and quality, which are influenced by various factors including biotic and abiotic effects. Insect damage and inadequate weather conditions can decrease acorn quality, while defoliating insects can significantly reduce acorn crop. The study found that increasing nesting holes by nest boxes can indirectly improve the health state of the acorn crop, resulting in higher seedling densities and enhancing the natural regeneration potential of oak trees.
Article
Entomology
Flavius Balacenoiu, Dragos Toma, Constantin Netoiu
Summary: This study provides important insights into the bioecology of the invasive oak lace bug in Europe, shedding light on its life cycle and population dynamics. The findings contribute to filling knowledge gaps and informing science-based pest control strategies in forest ecosystems.
Proceedings Paper
Forestry
Mate Toth, Csaba Bela Eotvos, Marton Paulin, Agnes Furjes-Miko, Csaba Gaspar, Marcell Karpati, Aniko Hirka, Gyorgy Csoka
Summary: There is no significant effect of tree species richness on the spread of oak lace bug, but higher infection categories are more frequent next to roads at the initial stage of invasion.
10TH HARDWOOD CONFERENCE PROCEEDINGS 2022
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Nicolai Olenici, Flavius Balacenoiu, Romica Tomescu, Constantin Netoiu, Andrei Buzatu, Alina Alexandru
Summary: This study aims to contribute to a better understanding of the distribution of invasive alien forest insect species (IAFIS) in the Muntenia and Dobrogea provinces of Romania. Through direct observations and insect collections, a total of 17 IAFIS species from five orders and 11 families were detected. These species have significant ecological or economic impacts, highlighting the need for greater attention and scientific support in addressing the risks of biological invasions.
NOTULAE BOTANICAE HORTI AGROBOTANICI CLUJ-NAPOCA
(2022)