Keywords
Chrysomelinae
Doryphorini
invasion
new record
Siberia
leef beetle
How to Cite
Abstract
The first invasion of Ambrostoma superbum (Thunberg, 1787) (Chrysomelidae: Chrysomelinae, Doryphorini) from Novosibirsk (Novosibirskaya Oblast) is recorded. The distribution map, illustrations and redescription of this species are presented. This species causes significant damage to Ulmus pumila L.
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