Biology and Control of the Invasive Wood-Boring Beetles—2nd Edition

Dear Colleagues,

Wood-boring beetles are increasingly expanding their distribution, often establishing in regions far beyond their native ranges. These species can pose serious threats to agriculture, forestry, and urban green areas, where infestations may lead to severe and sometimes irreversible damage. Understanding their biology and developing effective management strategies is therefore essential to mitigate impacts and prevent further spread.

This Special Issue aims to gather insights on the biology and control of invasive wood-boring beetles, considering data from both native and introduced ranges. We particularly welcome contributions on ecology, physiology, behavior, and population structure, including studies based on integrated approaches that combine traditional morphological diagnostics with molecular tools and analyses of symbiotic microorganisms and fungal associates. Topics of interest also include early detection and surveillance techniques, monitoring and sampling strategies designed to respond rapidly to new infestations, risk modeling, molecular ecology, and the development of sustainable control and strategic management practices.

Dr. Francesco Nugnes
Guest Editor

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