The Biology, Impact, and Management of Xyleborus Beetles: A Comprehensive Review

• Published in: Insects (Basel, Switzerland) Vol. 15; no. 9; p. 706
• Main Authors: Rodríguez-Becerra, Sared Helena, Vázquez-Rivera, Rafael, Ventura-Hernández, Karla Irazú, Pawar, Tushar Janardan, Olivares-Romero, José Luis
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Switzerland MDPI AG 17.09.2024; MDPI
• Subjects: agricultural impact; Agricultural practices; Agricultural resources; Agriculture; ambrosia beetles; Bark beetles; Beetles; Behavior; Biological control; Biology; Burrowing behavior; Chemical treatment; Coleoptera; Control methods; Crop damage; Damage; Ecological balance; Ecology; Economic impact; Ecosystem biology; Feeding behavior; Females; Forest management; forest pests; Forestry; Fungi; Genetic diversity; Genetics; Habitat preferences; Host selection; Insects; Integrated pest management; Life cycles; Management methods; Methyl salicylate; Molecular structure; Pest control; pest management; Pesticides; Pests; Pheromone traps; Population genetics; Population structure; Population studies; Review; Reviews; Smith, J.A; Timber; Trees; Xyleborus; Xyleborus beetles; Florida; Mexico; molecular genetics; agricultural impact; integrated pest management (IPM); Xyleborus beetles; economic impact; ambrosia beetles; biological control; ecological impact; pest management; forest pests
• ISSN: 2075-4450; 2075-4450
• DOI: 10.3390/insects15090706

beetles, a diverse group of ambrosia beetles, present challenges to forestry and agriculture due to their damaging burrowing behavior and symbiotic relationships with fungi. This review synthesizes current knowledge on the biology, ecology, and management of . We explore the beetles' life cycle, reproductive strategies, habitat preferences, and feeding habits, emphasizing their ecological and economic impacts. Control and management strategies, including preventive measures, chemical and biological control, and integrated pest management (IPM), are critically evaluated. Recent advances in molecular genetics and behavioral studies offer insights into genetic diversity, population structure, and host selection mechanisms. Despite progress, managing effectively remains challenging. This review identifies future research needs and highlights innovative control methods, such as biopesticides and pheromone-based trapping systems.