Current situation of Citrus Longhorned Beetle [Anoplophora chinensis (Forster, 1771)] (Coleoptera: Cerambycidae) in Türkiye and the world

Abstract

The citrus longhorned beetle Anoplophora chinensis (Forster, 1771) (Coleoptera: Cerambycidae), which is considered to be one of the most important pests in the world, is listed in the Plant Quarantine Regulation of Türkiye as a "quarantine pest whose presence in Türkiye is limited and which constitutes an obstacle to import". After this species was first detected in Istanbul in 2014, it was found in Antalya, Bartın, Diyarbakır, Sakarya and Trabzon. Anoplophora chinensis which was seen on many tree species, but it prefers generally Acer spp., Platanus orientalis and Corylus spp. in Türkiye. So far, the species has been observed in parks, nurseries and hazelnut production areas. Since it is a polyphagous species and its main host in its native distribution areas is citrus fruits, it is an important threat for ornamental plants and agricultural sectors. It may also pose a threat to broad-leaved species in forest areas in terms of biodiversity. In this study, the current situation of A. chinensis in Türkiye and in the world is discussed in detail.