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Great Spruce Bark Beetle

Dendroctonus micans

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits temperate grasslands and steppes and deserts and xeric shrublands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Asia (Georgia), Europe (8 countries), and North America (Mexico). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

German Riesenbastkäfer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Great Spruce Bark Beetle?
The scientific name of Great Spruce Bark Beetle is Dendroctonus micans. It belongs to the genus Dendroctonus.
What is the conservation status of Great Spruce Bark Beetle?
Great Spruce Bark Beetle (Dendroctonus micans) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Great Spruce Bark Beetle live?
Great Spruce Bark Beetle is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Georgia), Europe (8 countries), and North America (Mexico). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, France, Georgia, Mexico, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom.
What family does Great Spruce Bark Beetle belong to?
Great Spruce Bark Beetle (Dendroctonus micans) belongs to the genus Dendroctonus, which is part of the taxonomic family Curculionidae.
What kingdom does Great Spruce Bark Beetle belong to?
Great Spruce Bark Beetle (Dendroctonus micans) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (动物界).

Native Range — 10 Countries

Genus Dendroctonus — 1 Species

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Great Spruce Bark Beetle
Dendroctonus micans
NT

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