Pine processionary moth - Thaumetopoea pityocampa
Effective: April 22, 2016
Taxonomic Position: Lepidoptera : Notodontidae
Pest Type: Insects
Pest Code (NAPIS): ITBDANA
This pest is a member of the following surveys: Pine
These Approved Methods are appropriate for: 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017
Pest Information
CAPS Pest Datasheet: https://download.ceris.purdue.edu/file/3630
Pest Tracker: https://pesttracker.org/pest/ITBDANA
Hosts Identified in the CAPS Host Matrix:
Pine
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
Trap Spacing:
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)
| NAPIS Code | Product | Dispenser | Effectiveness | Compound(s) | 114 | Thaumetopoea pityocampa Lure | polyethylene vial | 182 days | (Z)-13-hexadecen-11-ynyl acetate |
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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:
5/21/2020: Do not puncture or open the polyethylene vial. The vial appears empty because the plastic is impregnated with the lure. Puncturing or opening the vial can affect the emission rate and reduce the length of efficacy. To attach to trap, wrap wire around the vial as pictured in the Lure Attachment job aid.
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.
Climate Suitability Map:
A Climate suitability map is now available. This survey should only be considered in the states with appropriate climate conditions and suitable hosts for this insect.
The map was produced by the SAFARIS Team. SAFARIS is a modeling framework that enables PPQ to quickly respond to emergencies, efficiently survey for pests, and assess potential pest impacts by collecting critical geospatial data and developing predictive models. SAFARIS is developed and maintained by the NC State University, Center for Integrated Pest Management (CIPM) with support from PPQ PPRA.
The map was produced by the SAFARIS Team. SAFARIS is a modeling framework that enables PPQ to quickly respond to emergencies, efficiently survey for pests, and assess potential pest impacts by collecting critical geospatial data and developing predictive models. SAFARIS is developed and maintained by the NC State University, Center for Integrated Pest Management (CIPM) with support from PPQ PPRA.
Key Diagnostic or Identification
Approved Method(s)
ID/Diagnostic:
Morphological: Under review.
Mistaken Identities:
Under review.
References
If you are unable to find a reference, contact STCAPS@usda.gov. See the CAPS Pest Datasheet for all references.