Cherry blossom moth - Argyresthia pruniella
EEffective: June 9, 2014 - December 31, 2019
Resources:
Pest Tracker
Screening Aids:
| Argyresthia pruniella - Cherry Blossom Moth |
Taxonomic Position:
Lepidoptera : Argyresthiidae
Pest Type:
Insects
Pest Code (NAPIS):
ITCJAJA
This pest is a member of the following lists:
| Stone Fruit |
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These Approved Methods are appropriate for:
2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 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.
Survey
Approved Method(s):
| Method | Product Name / Instructions | NAPIS Survey Method |
|---|---|---|
| Trap |
101 - Large Plastic Delta Trap Kits, Orange |
3001 - General Trapping Procedure |
| Trap |
102 - Large Plastic Delta Trap Kits, Red |
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:
A new type of sticky trap insert (liner), which uses a hard type of adhesive, has been approved for use in Argyresthia pruniella CAPS surveys. PPQ identifiers are able to pre-screen a higher number of specimens from the hard glue liners, and the specimens tend to be of higher quality. The product name in the IPHIS Survey Supply Ordering System is "Large Plastic Delta Trap - Liners - Hard Glue."
Trap color is up to the State and does not affect trap efficacy.
Approved Lure(s):
| NAPIS Code | Product Name | Dispenser | Effectiveness | Compound(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 72 | Argyresthia pruniella Lure | rubber septum | 28 days |
Z11-16Ald |
Lure Placement:
Do not include lures for other target species in the trap when trapping for this target.
Identification
ID/Diagnostic: Morphological
Morphological: Under review.
Mistaken Identities:
None. This is a distinctive pest.