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Overview

Pshb Web Fa 05

Introduction/ Overview

  • Native distribution and related species.
  • Areas where it has invaded and the impacts on vegetation in invaded areas.
  • History of local invasion.
  • Potential impacts on local ecosystems.
Pshb Web Fa 05

Biology and life cycle of the beetle

  • Description of basic biology of PSHB and the relationship between the host plant, fungus, and the beetle.
  • Asexual reproduction. Temperature and development.
  • Rate of spread and mechanisms of spread.
Pshb Web Fa 05

Host plants and host status

  • Definition of primary hosts and secondary hosts with emphasis of the effects of the fungus.
  • Host lists with all relevant details.
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