06 - Testing Trapping Methods for Ambrosia Beetles (Curculionidae) in Southeastern Virginia. Morgan Harrison, Sajrim Chowdhury, Umme Akter and Deborah Waller. Biology Department, Old Dominion University.
Description/Abstract/Artist Statement
Native and invasive ambrosia beetles infest a wide variety of tree species in southeastern Virginia and cause significant damage. We investigated several trapping methods to collect ambrosia beetles by using five different tree species as lures. One objective of the study was to determine the most effective lure for each species of ambrosia beetle. Sections of tree limbs approximately 7cm diameter and 25cm in length were soaked in ethanol and hung from trees in several natural locations. Beetles attracted to the lures were collected and identified to species.
Faculty Advisor/Mentor
Deborah waller
College Affiliation
College of Sciences
Presentation Type
Poster
Disciplines
Biology | Laboratory and Basic Science Research
06 - Testing Trapping Methods for Ambrosia Beetles (Curculionidae) in Southeastern Virginia. Morgan Harrison, Sajrim Chowdhury, Umme Akter and Deborah Waller. Biology Department, Old Dominion University.
Native and invasive ambrosia beetles infest a wide variety of tree species in southeastern Virginia and cause significant damage. We investigated several trapping methods to collect ambrosia beetles by using five different tree species as lures. One objective of the study was to determine the most effective lure for each species of ambrosia beetle. Sections of tree limbs approximately 7cm diameter and 25cm in length were soaked in ethanol and hung from trees in several natural locations. Beetles attracted to the lures were collected and identified to species.