Leek moth - Acrolepiopsis assectella
EEffective: April 27, 2012 - December 31, 2015
Resources:
Pest Tracker
CAPS Pest Datasheet
Screening Aids:
Taxonomic Position:
Lepidoptera : Acrolepiidae
Pest Type:
Insects
Pest Code (NAPIS):
ITCIABA
| No manual – See Host Matrix |
These Approved Methods are appropriate for:
2015
Human and Animal Pathogens Transmitted:
Not known to transmit any human or animal pathogens.
Plant Pathogens and Organisms Vectored:
Not known to vector any pathogens or other associated organisms. However, plants attacked by A. assectella become more susceptible to plant pathogens.
Survey
Approved Method(s):
| Method | Product Name / Instructions | NAPIS Survey Method |
|---|---|---|
| Trap |
102 - Large Plastic Delta Trap Kits, Red |
3001 - General Trapping Procedure |
| Trap |
101 - Large Plastic Delta Trap Kits, Orange |
3001 - General Trapping Procedure |
| Trap |
103 - Large Plastic Delta Trap Kits, White |
3001 - General Trapping Procedure |
Trap Spacing and Placement: When trapping for more than one species of moth, separate traps for different moth species by at least 20 meters (65 feet).
Method Notes:
Trap color is up to the State and does not affect trap efficacy.
Identification
ID/Diagnostic: Morphological
Morphological. Adults may be screened from traps using the guidance in the CPHST Pest Datasheet. Final identification is by a designated Domestic Identifier.
Mistaken Identities:
Acrolepiopsis californica, A. heppneri, A. incertella, A. leucosia, A. reticulosa, and Plutella xylostella.
Notes:
In the eastern United States, the leek moth is most likely to be confused with Acrolepiopsis incertella (carrion-flower moth), A. heppneri, and Plutella xylostella. In the central and western United States, the leek moth is most likely to be confused with three species of Acrolepiopsis: A. californica, A. leucosia, and A. reticulos.