Yellow peach moth; Castor capsule borer - Conogethes punctiferalis
Effective: April 8, 2015 - February 28, 2025
Taxonomic Position: Lepidoptera : Pyralidae
Pest Type: Insects
Pest Code (NAPIS): ITBMHNA
This pest is a member of the following surveys: Tropical Hosts
These Approved Methods are appropriate for: 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016
Pest Information
CAPS Pest Datasheet: https://download.ceris.purdue.edu/file/4587
Pest Tracker: https://pesttracker.org/pest/ITBMHNA
Hosts Identified in the CAPS Host Matrix:
Cacao (cocoa bean); Cotton; Peach, Nectarine; Sorghum
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 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:

Method is under review.


Approved Lure(s)
NAPIS Code Product Dispenser Effectiveness Compound(s)
74 Conogethes punctiferalis Lure rubber septum 28 days
Lure Attachment:

Attaching lures to traps

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.
Likelihood of Establishment Map:

A Likelihood of Establishment Map is now available. This survey should only be considered in the states with appropriate weather 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.

Key Diagnostic or Identification

Approved Method(s)
ID/Diagnostic:
Morphological: Under review.
Mistaken Identities:

Under review.

Guides
Sample Submission Guidance for Lepidoptera
References

If you are unable to find a reference, contact STCAPS@usda.gov. See the CAPS Pest Datasheet for all references.