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Pine wood nematode

Pine wood nematode

Other — Nematodes

What is an opportunist?

An "opportunist" is a population (fungi, bacteria, insects…) that takes advantage of a favourable environment to settle in, multiply and feed on it. It often develops when the natural defences of the affected organism are weakened — for genetic reasons or linked to context (water stress, deficiencies, nutritional imbalances, overcrowding…). This is typically the case in monocultures, where a single host plant, uniform and present in large numbers, offers ideal ground for it to spread.

Identification key : Nematodes (All stages)

Scientific name : Bursaphelenchus xylophilus

Other names : Pine wilt disease

Microscopic nematode native to North America, carried from tree to tree by beetles of the genus Monochamus. It multiplies in the resin canals of pines, which wilt and may die within weeks with browned needles. It is present in East Asia and Portugal; it is a priority quarantine pest in the European Union.

Crops affected : Cedar, Fir, Pine

Source : Bursaphelenchus xylophilus (BURSXY)[Overview] — EPPO Global Database — EPPO

This page lists the bio-preparations in the collection that other references associate with this opportunist: Pine wood nematode.

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No published recipe is associated with this opportunist yet.

See also

Crops

Fir Pine Cedar

Opportunists of the same crops

Pine processionary Beetles Phytophthora cinnamomi root rot Xylella fastidiosa Cotton bollworm (Helicoverpa) Tomato spotted wilt virus Sudden oak death

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