Ips Bark Beetles in the Southeastern U.S.
Forest Management, Forest Health, Conservation Education, and Environmental Management
Four species of Ips bark beetles are present in the southeastern U.S. and are commonly found in the same trees as three somewhat similar-looking bark beetle species. Ips bark beetle infestations are often misidentified as SPB infestations, but differ in several important ways. Proper identification of the species of bark beetle and conditions responsible for stand or tree stress will greatly influence the recommended management activity or control method.