First Report of Pine Wilt in Colorado, USA

Abstract

Although the numbers of confirmed cases of pine wilt in Colorado are still small, its potential impact in the Rocky Mountain region is considerable. Approximately 75% of pines planted in urban areas in Colorado are Austrian pine, and a continuing trend toward higher average June and July temperatures could increase the prevalence of pine wilt in this region. Accepted for publication 20 May 2014. Published 22 July 2014.