Seed and Cone - Details - Kahoot!

What is the main type of pest pressure faced by conifers?

Cone-pest pressure.

Why are seed orchards prime targets for cone-eating insects?

They provide abundant food sources.

How many trees does BC plant annually?

About a million.

True or False: Conophytes spare small crops.

False.

Which cone pest has syringe-like mouthparts?

Leptoglossus.

What is the host family group for the Western conifer seed bug?

Conifers.

Which pest is attracted by infrared light?

Certain moths.

How many seeds can one Leptoglossus female destroy?

Dozens to hundreds.

What does early Leptoglossus feeding cause?

Damage to seeds.

Fir coneworm (Dioryctria abietivorella) larvae are associated with what?

Dying or damaged cones.

Douglas-fir cone moth (Barbara colfaxiana) thrives in which conditions?

Warm, dry conditions.

What telltale signs do Douglas-fir cone moth larvae leave?

Holes or frass on cones.

Douglas-fir cone midge (Contarina oregonensis) damage forms what structure?

Galls.

How many Douglas-fir cone midge larvae can be found in one cone?

Multiple, sometimes over 20.

Seed chalcids are usually what?

Small and parasitic.

Which management action best preserves seed supply?

Monitoring and pest control.

Name one effective pest management strategy for seed orchards.

Integrated pest management.

What is the function of cones on conifer trees?

Reproduction and seed housing.

What type of trees primarily produce cones?

Conifers.

What part of the Douglas-fir is targeted by pests?

The cones.

How does the environment affect cone pest populations?

Warmer climates increase growth rates.

What role do insects play in the life cycle of conifer seeds?

They can either aid pollination or destroy seeds.

What is a key challenge in managing cone pests?

Identifying pests early.

True or False: Cone pests can have a significant impact on tree reproduction.

True.

What economic impact can cone pests have on forestry?

Reduced seed yields and economic losses.