Citrus brown mite - Eutetranychus orientalis
Effective: August 18, 2010 - December 31, 2019
Taxonomic Position: Trombidiformes : Tetranychidae
Pest Type: Mites
Pest Code (NAPIS): ILAVCEA
This pest is a member of the following surveys: Cotton, Soybean
These Approved Methods are appropriate for: 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011
Pest Information
CAPS Pest Datasheet: https://caps.ceris.purdue.edu/file-3120/
Pest Tracker: https://pesttracker.org/pest/ILAVCEA
Human and Animal Pathogens Transmitted:
Not known to transmit any human or animal pathogens.
Pest Pathogens and Organisms Vectored:
Not known to vector any pathogens or other associated organisms.
Survey
Approved Method(s)
| Method | Detail | NAPIS Survey Method |
|---|---|---|
| Visual | Collect suspect plants. See the visual inspection excerpt from the guidelines. | 3031 - General Visual Observation |
Survey Recommendations
The following are recommendations for executing the survey using the approved methods for pest surveillance. The recommendations are developed through literature review and consultation with subject matter experts.
Key Diagnostic or Identification
Approved Method(s)
ID/Diagnostic:
Morphological: Can only be identified by the adult male.
Mistaken Identities:
Other tetranychid mites like Tetranychus urticae.
Eutetranychus banksi
Eutetranychus banksi
References
If you are unable to find a reference, contact STCAPS@usda.gov. See the CAPS Pest Datasheet for all references.