Pests of Cycas micronesica leaf, stem, and male reproductive tissues with notes on current threat status

Abstract

Abstract—Cycas micronesica is endemic to the West Caroline and Mariana Island groups. We have been conducting a survey of the pests of this native cycad on Guam. We report insect pests that were observed feeding on C. micronesica plants in habitat, or that emerged from cycad tissues that we harvested in habitat. We focus on leaf, stem, or male stro-bili consumers.