Georgia Certified Operator Practice Test

Cerambycid moisture requirements are described as which of the following?

High, 13-30% Low, 6-30% Moderate, 8-20% Very high, 40-60%

Correct Answer:

High, 13-30%

Explanation:

Cerambycids need wood with a higher moisture level for their larvae to develop inside the wood. The moisture in the wood helps keep tissues supple and supports the fungi and enzymes that help break down the wood so the larvae can feed and grow. If the wood is too dry, conditions become unfavorable for larval survival; if it’s extremely wet, other problems can arise, but cerambycid development still centers on a comparatively wetter environment than dry wood. So, describing their moisture requirements as high—not dry or only lightly moist, and not extreme saturation—best matches what these beetles need to complete their life cycle.

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