The Eastern Pine Weevil (Pissodes strobi and related species) is a destructive forest pest that targets pine trees. These insects are known for damaging tree leaders, which can significantly affect tree growth and timber quality.
Classification
- Order: Coleoptera
- Family: Curculionidae
Behavior and Damage
Larvae feed inside tree stems, disrupting nutrient flow and causing deformities.
This makes them important tree pests.
Management
- Monitor young trees
- Maintain tree health
- Remove infested leaders