The main objectives of this review are: 1) the compilation and updating of a reference
database for Italian saproxylic beetles, useful to assess the trend of their populations and …

National and international forest biodiversity assessments largely rely on indirect indicators,
based on elements of forest structure that are used as surrogates for species diversity …

Saproxylic beetles depend on diverse microhabitats that are exploited by different species
assemblages. We focused on analysing the functional trait patterns and functional diversity …

What kind of tree should be preserved from logging for biodiversity conservation is a matter
of debate. Large and old trees are potential candidates due to the structures they can bear …

Tree hollows are fascinating microcosms that host a rich saproxylic insect assemblage. One
of the most peculiar characteristics of this habitat is that both biotic and abiotic factors affect …

Snags are an important component of beech forests that promote biodiversity. However,
their occurrence is completely marginal in managed stands. Creating snags in these stands …

Abstract Ruchin AB, Egorov LV, Semishin GB. 2018. Fauna of click beetles (Coleoptera:
Elateridae) in the interfluve of Rivers Moksha and Sura, Republic of Mordovia, Russia …

Beetle communities are excellent indicators to monitor biodiversity in forest environments.
The most common indicators monitored for assessing the effectiveness of the sustainable …

The seasonal activity of Coleoptera was studied using fermental crown traps. The study was
conducted from April to October 2019 in five forest biotopes (aspen, lime, pine, birch and …

Ambrosia beetles exhibit broad host ranges but a narrow preference based on the condition
of the host. Tissues infected by pathogens or containing ethanol can facilitate attacks by …