Distribution of the Ussur Brown Katydid, Paratlanticus ussuriensis, in South Korea

This study was conducted to monitor the abundance and distribution of the ussur brown katydid, Paratlanticus ussuriensis in South Korea, and to gather basic information about potential outbreak areas of this species. P. ussuriensis samples were collected from April to July in 2009 and 2010 using the transect method at the city or gun level. P. ussuriensis were identified in 86 cities or guns, and eight guns were determined to be potential risk areas of P. ussuriensis outbreaks. The current distribution of P. ussuriensis is well matched with the distribution of broadleaf trees. Their distribution and population density are expected to increase due to the expanding distribution of Quercus spp., the major food source of P. ussuriensis.

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