Abstract
Pine processionary moth, Thaumetopea pityocampa, is a model insect indicator of global warming, the northwards and upwards range expansion of this Mediterranean species being directly associated with the recent warming up. The knowledge about the drivers of moth expansion is synthesized. A first standardized mapping of the northern expansion edge, from Western Europe to Turkey, is presented, then detailed for 20 countries of Europe, Asia Minor and North Africa, including future trends. Additional data about the responses of the other Thaumetopoea species are given. Finally, the chapter points out the importance of the man-mediated introductions in the expansion process.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Processionary Moths and Climate Change |
Subtitle of host publication | An Update |
Publisher | Springer Netherlands |
Pages | 81-161 |
Number of pages | 81 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9789401793407 |
ISBN (Print) | 9789401793391 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1 Jan 2015 |
Externally published | Yes |