Cherry blossom moth - Argyresthia pruniella
Effective: June 9, 2014 - December 31, 2019
Taxonomic Position: Lepidoptera : Argyresthiidae
Pest Type: Insects
Pest Code (NAPIS): ITCJAJA
This pest is a member of the following surveys: Stone Fruit
These Approved Methods are appropriate for: 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015
Pest Information
CAPS Pest Datasheet: https://download.ceris.purdue.edu/file/
Pest Tracker: https://pesttracker.org/pest/ITCJAJA
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 | 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:
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.
Trap color is up to the State and does not affect trap efficacy.
Approved Lure(s)
| NAPIS Code | Product | Dispenser | Effectiveness | Compound(s) | 72 | Argyresthia pruniella Lure | rubber septum | 28 days | Z11-16Ald |
|---|
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: Under review.
Mistaken Identities:
None. This is a distinctive pest.
References
If you are unable to find a reference, contact STCAPS@usda.gov. See the CAPS Pest Datasheet for all references.