Population dynamics of scyphophorus acupunctatus coleoptera. The adult is solid black, about 1 inch long, and has the snout typical of weevils. Mar 01, 2007 read electrophysiological and behavioural responses of scyphophorus acupunctatus col. During 2005 and 2006, the loss and damage caused by the black weevil in mature plants of agave mezcalero were determined in the valleys of oaxaca, mexico. The agave snout weevil agw or sisal weevil, scyphophorus acu punctatus gyllenhal is here reported for the first time in st. Larvae and adults of this species are found in roots, lower leaves, and inside the heads, especially on plants. Updating the distribution of the exotic agave weevil scyphophorus. While every effort has been made to provide the most reliable and uptodate information available, ultimate legal requirements with respect to species are contained in. Scyphophorus acupunctatus is becoming a major pest of native agavaceae and dracaenaceae species worldwide. It attacks sisal agave sisalana and other plants such as ornamentals beaucarnea, dasylirion and yucca, tuberose, polianthes tuberosa walker 2008c. Scyphophorus acupunctatus gyllenhal, 1938 coleoptera.
The agave snout weevil scyphophorus acupunctatus, also known as the sisal weevil, feeds on many species of agave and can be especially damaging to the larger species such as century plant agave americana and blue agave agave tequilana. Backyard gardener pests of agaves and yuccas july 23, 2008. It has been tolerant of temperatures as low as 12 degrees farenheit if kept very dry. Scyphophorus acupunctatus scypincategorization eppo. Entomology circulars plant industry publications plant. Scyphophorus acupunctatus to two natural baits fermented maguey and pineapple in two trap designs victor and funnel in 2001 in. Page designed through the cooperative efforts of interagency itis teams. Curculionidae is one of the major pests of agave tequilana weber in the state. First record of the sisal weevil, scyphophorus acupunctatus. Dryophthoridae, which is also known as agave weevil, is distributed across 5 continents.
Sisal weevil, found in the white sands monument in new mexico. Text is available under the creative commons attributionsharealike license. Save map as png save map as svg save list as excel file save list as csv file. The agave weevil, scyphophorus acupunctatus gyllenhal coleoptera. Pdf in may 20, numerous adults of a coleopteran insect species that later was identified as the sisal weevil, scyphophorus acupunctatus. View picture of agave snout weevil scyphophorus acupunctatus at daves garden.
In its native habitat in mexico, this new host plant species is one of the most important sources of pulque, a fermented alcoholic beverage. The pdf file you selected should load here if your web browser has a pdf reader plugin installed for example, a recent version of adobe acrobat reader if you would like more information about how to print, save, and work with pdfs, highwire press provides a helpful frequently asked questions about pdfs. Lateral a and dorsal b view of the agave weevil scyphophorus acupunctatus gyllenhal, curculionidae. Molecular and morphological tools to distinguish scyphophorus acupunctatus gyllenhal, 1838 curculionidae. Dryophthorinae, is reported from puerto rico for the first time. Pathogenicity of indigenous strains of three entomopathogenic. Scyphophorus interstitialis gyllenhal, 1838 scyphophorus robustior horn, 1873 the sisal weevil or agave weevil scyphophorus acupunctatus is a species of polyphaga beetle of the family of the curculionidae. Larvae and adults of this species are found in roots, lower leaves, and inside the heads, especially on. Combined gas chromatographyelectroantennography gcead analysis of male volatile extracts showed that four peaks elicited antennal responses from males and females. However, it is not a legal authority for statutory or regulatory purposes. If you would like more information about how to print. In this study we made observations on fecundity of scyphophorus acupunctatus females con. Pdf a new specific plant host for the agave snout weevil. Pdf first record of the agave snout weevil, scyphophorus.
The widely distributed agave snout weevil, scyphophorus acupunctatus gyllenhal, is for the first time recorded from agave salmiana otto ex salmdyck subsp. Scyphophorus acupunctatus is a specialist insect attacking plants belonging to the agavaceae and dracaenaceae ruizmontiel et al, 2008. Agaves are beautiful ornamental plants which are often used to accent xeriscape gardens. Dryophthoridae mason 1978, possibly on sisal plants agave sisalana perrine, asparagaceae. World distribution of scyphophorus acupunctatus scypin. For the most part, they do not have serious pest problems, but the agave snout weevil scyphophorus acupunctatus is present in areas where native populations of agaves are found this includes the temperate areas of arizona. This weevil feeds exclusively on plants belonging to the agavaceae and dracaenaceae families. In 1994, it became the first longpublished, refereed, natural science journal to make its content available on the internet and the first journal to use pdf for that purpose.
The probability that the pest will enter glasshouses due to import of host plants from areas where the pest is present is moderate to high, but. An scyphophorus in nahilalakip ha familia nga dryophthoridae an kladograma hini sumala ha catalogue of life. However, agave species have been introduced into many arid and tropical regions as a crop for the production of sisal, and s. Problems and pests of agave, aloe, cactus and yucca jack kelly commercial horticulture agent pima county cooperative extension mary olsen extension plant pathology. Pdf the agave snout weevil, scyphophorus acupunctatus gyllenhal coleoptera. Plant extracts and seed powders have been assessed as potential botanical insecticides on larvae and pupae. Distribution top of page both the genus agave and s. Florida department of agriculture and consumer services, division of plant industry, entomology section, p. Pdf scyphophorus acupunctatus gyllenhal, plaga del agave.
Daily activity of scyphophorus acupunctatus coleoptera. Backyard gardener agave snout weevils february 3, 2016. The percentage of damage found for agave tequilana, fluctuated from 0. Agave eggersiana in c dying after presence of scyphophorus acupunctatus. All structured data from the file and property namespaces is available under the creative commons cc0 license.
The pdf file you selected should load here if your web browser has a pdf reader plugin installed for example, a recent version of adobe acrobat reader. Pdf first record of the sisal weevil, scyphophorus acupunctatus. Aggregation pheromone of the agave weevil, scyphophorus. The differences among the types of these synonyms illustrate the variability found. Curculionidae, a pest of agave cocuy agave cocui trelease in the state of falcon, venezuela. Inoculation was achieved via immersion of individuals into conidia suspensions of different concentrations. We do not use these to store personal information about you.
This insect apparently introduces different microorganisms that have been associated with the agave maladies. Commonly 5 to over 10 feet in height and 10 or more. The larva of this weevil bores the edges of the agave leaves and the stalks, which causes rotting and the death of the plant. Problems and pests of agave, aloe, cactus and yucca. Pdf molecular and morphological tools to distinguish. Oct 01, 2009 the agave weevil, scyphophorus acupunctatus gyllenhal, is indigenous to america. The agave weevil, scyphophorus acupunctatus gyllenhal. A new specific plant host for the agave snout weevil, scyphophorus acupunctatus gyllenhal, 1838 coleoptera. The attraction of agave weevil to pheromone traps is synergized by the presence of host plant tissue. Snout weevils are probably the most damaging pests to agaves and yuccas. The two are distinguished on several characters see walker, 2008a, 2008b of which the most easily observed is the shorter and stouter snout of s.
The very large agave americana or century plant is more susceptible to weevil damage than the smaller species. Agave snout weevil scyphophorus acupunctatus 7 cactus longhorn beetle moneilema gigas. Categorization of scyphophorus acupunctatus scypin this website uses cookies our website uses cookies to ensure that we give you the best possible online experience. A new weevil pest of the endangered century plant, agave eggersiana from st. Unlike the tall flower stems of agave, yucca flower panicles are held within or just above the foliage. Scyphophorus acupunctatus interstitialis gyllenhal. Agaves are relatively problemfree, except for the aggravating agave snout weevil sometimes referred to as sisal weevil. Virgin islands usvi where it threatens agave eggersiana trel. Scyphophorus acupunctatus gyllenhal, 1838 coleoptera.
Although native to the american southwest, it has been introduced into the plant trade and shipped to such locations as hawaii, australia, east africa and throughout texas. Pest risk analysis scyphophorus acupunctatus netherlands. A new specific plant host for the agave snout weevil. Scyphophorus acupunctatus is here reported for the first time in st. Pdf scyphophorus acupunctatus gyllenhal coleoptera. Scyphophorus acupunctatus is considered a pest with a low phytosanitary risk for the netherlands for the following reasons.
Many species of agave asparagaceae are suitable hosts, though not all are equally suitable. Scyphophorus acupunctatus scypinworld distribution. Scyphophorus acupunctatus, a weevil pest of yucca and agave in florida coleoptera. Itis taxonomy is based on the latest scientific consensus available, and is provided as a general reference source for interested parties. Files are available under licenses specified on their description page. If you have cultivated agaves, be vigilant for the signs of the agave snout weevil. Pheromones and semiochemicals of scyphophorus acupunctatus. Evidence for a maleproduced aggregation pheromone in scyphophorus acupunctatus gyllenhal.
Factors affecting pheromone release by scyphophorus. The experiment was conducted during 5 d during 2226 jul, 2008. Presence data of scyphophorus acupunctatus in peninsular spain, comparison between the data from the year 20 and 2018 present study. Notes on taxonomy and nomenclature top of page the genus scyphophorus was described by schoenherr in 1838 and the type species is s. Scyphophorus acupunctatus gyllenhal crt, 1999, crt 2000. Agave snout weevil scyphophorus acupunctatus the adult weevil attacks many species of agave. Scyphophorus acupunctatus dispersion is determined by the attraction of volatile agave compounds. Dryophthoridae, which also is known as agave weevil, is distributed across 5 continents. Biology the distribution of scyphophorus acupunctatus wassummarizedbyvaurie1971 and includes localities in both hemispheres. The sisal weevil or agave weevil scyphophorus acupunctatus is a species of polyphaga beetle of the family of the curculionidae. This insect is called the agave snout weevil sometimes referred to as sisal weevil, scientific name scyphophorus acupunctatus. Media in category scyphophorus acupunctatus the following 3 files are in this category, out of 3 total. Scyphophorus acupunctatus has been associated with a broad range of host plants within asparagaceae including the subfamilies nolinoideae and agavoideae. Your use of this pdf, the bioone complete website, and all posted and.
In mexico, their prescence has been reported in 12 states. There are about 11 described species in scyphophorus. The daily activity of scyphophorus acupunctatus gyllenhal coleoptera. A female can lay about 60 eggs during a period of 3 months harris. Pdf the agave weevil scyphophorus acupunctatus gyllenhal coleoptera.
Semiochemicals of scyphophorus acupunctatus, the agave weevil. In this study, we evaluated the effect of the amount of fresh agave tissue and bagging of the plant tissue on the capture of s. This plant can tolerate very hot dry areas and is also quite successful in coastal locations in the southeastern united states. Curculionidae was studied using yellow and green traps baited with aggregation pheromone in a commercial field of mexican tuberose, polianthes tuberosa l. The agave weevil, scyphophorus acupunctatus gyllenhal, is indigenous to america. Hosted by the usgs core science analytics and synthesis. First record of the sisal weevil, scyphophorus acupunctatus, in cyprus. Florida entomologist an international journal for the americas has published reports of research on insects and other arthropods since 1917. In may 20, numerous adults of a coleopteran insect species that later was identified as the sisal weevil, scyphophorus acupunctatus.
The agave snout weevil scyphophorus acupunctatus is considered the major insect pest of the tequila agave agave tequilana weber var. Curculionidae, is the most important insect pest of wild and cultivated agaves in the world. Managing insect pests of cacti insects in the city. Scyphophorus is a genus of snout and bark beetles in the family dryophthoridae. Determination of the life cycle of scyphophorus acupunctatus. Perrine agavaceae, in the guanica dry forest reserve in the southwestern part of the island. Scyphophorus acupunctatus gyllenhal, plaga del agave tequilero en jalisco, mexico article pdf available in agrociencia 356. Problems and pests of agave, aloe, cactus and yucca az 99 revised 0311. Sep 01, 2010 the objective of the present study was to determine the life cycle of the black weevil s. This presentation is given to customs, aerocargo, department of agriculture personnel, importers of plants, nature groups and the public. The objective of the present study was to determine the life cycle of the black weevil s.
Tucson cactus and succulent society guide to common. Information is provided on the geographical distribution in europe cyprus, france, corsica, italy, sicily, netherlands and spain, asia indonesia, java, kalimantan, sumatra and saudi arabia, africa kenya, south africa and tanzania. This page was last edited on 20 december 2019, at 05. Continuing to use this website means you agree to our use of cookies. Ead analysis of male volatile extracts showed that four peaks elicited antennal responses from males and females. In mexico, their presence has been reported in 12 states. The pathogenicity of indigenous isolates of beauveria bassiana, metarhizium anisopliae and isaria fumosorosea was evaluated in the laboratory against larvae and adults of the sisal weevil, scyphophorus acupunctatus. To request entomology circulars, please email jacque laspeyre, jacque. Larvae and adults of this species are found in roots. It has been introduced to different parts of the world, including countries in europe, africa, asia, and oceania vaurie 1971, cabieppo 2006. First record of the agave snout weevil, scyphophorus. Entomology circular, florida department of agriculture and consumer services, 5. The effect of hydroethanoholic extracts from leaves and seed of wild wv and mirante variety mv castor bean ricinus communis l.
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