All higher organisms are involved in symbioses with microbes. The importance of these
partnerships has led to the concept of the holobiont, defined as the animal or plant with all its …

Stimulation of tree defenses by Ophiostomatoid fungi can explain attack success of bark beetles
on conifers | Annals of Forest Science Skip to main content SpringerLink Account Menu Find …

Climatic changes are predicted to significantly affect the frequency and severity of
disturbances that shape forest ecosystems. We provide a synthesis of climate change effects …

We review the morphology, larval feeding habits, reproductive behavior, and social behavior
of Scolytinae and Platypodinae. Their morphology and behavior are adaptations to a …

A vast community of organisms occurs on and within bark beetles and bark beetle-infested
trees. The large diversity of symbiotic species covers a breadth of functional roles that are …

Symbiosis is receiving increased attention among all aspects of biology because of the
unifying themes it helps construct across ecological, evolutionary, developmental …

Conifer forests worldwide are becoming increasingly vulnerable to attacks by bark beetles
and their fungal associates due to the effects of global warming. Attack by the bark beetle Ips …

Dendroctonus Erichson is a relatively small genus, but one with a disproportionately large
impact on coniferous forests. Its name is particularly suitable (Dendro-tree,-tonus destroyer) …

Conifer bark beetles attack and kill mature spruce and pine trees, especially during hot and
dry conditions. These beetles are closely associated with ophiostomatoid fungi of the …

Dispersal by flight is obligatory for bark beetles in the subfamily Scolytinae. Adult bark
beetles must leave the natal host and fly to seek new hosts for brood production. Because of …