Golden twin spot moth - Chrysodeixis chalcites
EEffective: April 18, 2013 - July 20, 2017
Resources:
Pest Tracker
CAPS Pest Datasheet
Screening Aids:
Taxonomic Position:
Lepidoptera : Noctuidae
Pest Type:
Insects
Pest Code (NAPIS):
ITBCQGA
This pest is a member of the following lists:
| Solanaceous Hosts |
|---|
| Soybean |
These Approved Methods are appropriate for:
2015
Major Hosts identified in the Host Matrix:
Bean, fresh; Potato; Soybean; Tomato
This list includes important economic or environmental hosts but does not represent all major hosts of the pest. Check CAPS pest datasheet for complete list of hosts.
This list includes important economic or environmental hosts but does not represent all major hosts of the pest. Check CAPS pest datasheet for complete list of hosts.
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.
Survey
Approved Method(s):
| Method | Product Name / Instructions | NAPIS Survey Method |
|---|---|---|
| Trap |
22 - Wing Trap Kit, Paper |
3001 - General Trapping Procedure |
| Trap |
27 - Wing Trap Kit, Plastic |
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).
Approved Lure(s):
Lure Placement:
Do not include lures for other target species in the trap when trapping for this target.
Identification
ID/Diagnostic: Multiple
Morphological: Identification of Chrysodeixis adults (chalcites or eriosoma) requires dissection of the male genitalia; use Passoa, 1995, as an aid. Molecular analysis is required for identification at the species level.
Mistaken Identities:
Present in U.S.: Pseudoplusia includens
Not present in U.S.: Chrysodeixis acuta
Not present in U.S.: Chrysodeixis acuta