Peach fruit fly - Bactrocera zonata
Effective: January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2020
Taxonomic Position: Diptera : Tephritidae
Pest Type: Insects
Pest Code (NAPIS): IOBMCAA
This pest is a member of the following surveys: Stone Fruit
These Approved Methods are appropriate for: 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012
Pest Information
CAPS Pest Datasheet: https://download.ceris.purdue.edu/file/3137
Pest Tracker: https://pesttracker.org/pest/IOBMCAA
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Trap | 5 - Jackson Trap Body | 3001 - General Trapping Procedure |
Method Notes:
Before planning a B. zonata survey, it is IMPERATIVE that you work with your CAPS Program Manager and your Plant Protection and Quarantine (PPQ) National Operations Manager for the Fruit Fly Program for guidance in planning your survey (see contact information below).
Due to the climatic requirements of B. zonata, surveys are only relevant for the following states: Alabama, Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, New Mexico, South Carolina, and Texas.
Due to the climatic requirements of B. zonata, surveys are only relevant for the following states: Alabama, Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, New Mexico, South Carolina, and Texas.
Approved Lure(s)
| NAPIS Code | Product | Dispenser | Effectiveness | Compound(s) | 46 | Fruit Fly, Methyl Eugenol Lure | see notes | undetermined | Methyl eugenol with insecticide |
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Lure Attachment:
IMPORTANT: Do not include lures for other target species in the trap when surveying for this target.
Lure Notes:
The lures used for B. zonata surveys require specific equipment and certification of personnel, due to the necessary addition of an insecticide. For this reason, please consult with your Plant Protection and Quarantine (PPQ) National Operations Manager for the Fruit Fly Program before ordering lures. The insecticide component is not available through the PPQ Survey Supply Ordering System. Please work with your PPQ National Operations Manager for the Fruit Fly Program for assistance in procuring the insecticide.
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
Mistaken Identities:
Bactrocera spp.
References
If you are unable to find a reference, contact STCAPS@usda.gov. See the CAPS Pest Datasheet for all references.