Green oak Tortrix - Tortrix viridana
Effective: December 27, 2011 - December 31, 2019
Taxonomic Position: Lepidoptera : Tortricidae
Pest Type: Insects
Pest Code (NAPIS): ITBUEWA
This pest is a member of the following surveys: Oak
These Approved Methods are appropriate for: 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012
Pest Information
CAPS Pest Datasheet: https://download.ceris.purdue.edu/file/3125
Pest Tracker: https://pesttracker.org/pest/ITBUEWA
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 | 22 - Wing Trap Kit, Paper | 3001 - General Trapping Procedure |
| Trap | 27 - Wing Trap Kit, Plastic | 3001 - General Trapping Procedure |
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) | 37 | Tortrix viridana Lure | rubber septum | 28 days | Z11-14Ac |
|---|
Lure Attachment:
IMPORTANT: Do not include lures for other target species in the trap when surveying for this target.
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: Easily identified, Tortrix viridana is bright green and there are no similar-looking species in North America.
Mistaken Identities:
There are no similar-looking species in North America.
References
If you are unable to find a reference, contact STCAPS@usda.gov. See the CAPS Pest Datasheet for all references.