Pinewood nematode

Photo: USDA Forest Service – North Central Research Station Archive, USDA Forest Service, Bugwood.org

Nematode species that multiply in the resin canals of softwoods (including pine) Infections cause wilting and rapid (often only 30-40 days after infection) tree death Vectored by exotic Pine sawyer beetles (Monochamus spp.)

High priority pest of: Plantation forestry

Scientific name: Bursaphelenchus xylophilus
EPPRD Category:
Life Form: Nematode

Pest Documents

• Pinewood nematode and vectors FS

FS: fact sheet

CP: contingency plan

DP: diagnostic protocol