Panolis flammea (effective March 16, 2026)

Pine beauty moth - Panolis flammea

Effective: March 16, 2026

Taxonomic Position: Lepidoptera : Noctuidae

Pest Type: Insects

Pest Code (NAPIS): ITBCFGA

This pest is a member of the following surveys: Pine

These Approved Methods are appropriate for: 2026

Pest Information

CAPS Pest Datasheet: https://caps.ceris.purdue.edu/file-3113/

Pest Tracker: https://pesttracker.org/pest/ITBCFGA

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

Approved Method(s)

Method	Detail	NAPIS Survey Method
Trap	50 - Tri-colored bucket trap	3001 - General Trapping Procedure
Trap	51 - All-green bucket trap	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:

The tri-colored bucket trap is also known as the unitrap. It has a green canopy, yellow funnel, and white bucket and is used with a dry kill strip. For instructions on using the trap, see the Plastic Bucket Trap Protocol.

Research on related moths has shown tri-colored bucket traps and all-green bucket traps are both able to capture moths, but tri-colored bucket traps are more effective. All-green bucket traps may be used in areas where tri-colored bucket traps are deemed unsuitable by surveyors.

Mesh screens are now available for purchase through IPHIS survey supply. Product name: Plastic Bucket Traps, Mesh Screen.

Approved Lure(s)

NAPIS Code	Product	Dispenser	Effectiveness	Compound(s)
41	Panolis flammea Lure	rubber septum	42 days	Z9-14Ac Z11-14Ac

Lure Attachment:

Attaching lures to traps

IMPORTANT: Do not include lures for other target species in the trap when surveying for this target.

Lure Notes:

The length of effectiveness of this lure may be reduced in very hot weather. In these environments, lures may need to be changed every four weeks instead of every six weeks.

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 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. Adults have hairy eyes (as do all Hadeninae) which can be seen even in sticky trap material. Forward any specimens with hairy eyes to your regional domestic identifier for identification.

Images of male and female genitalia can be found at the following links: Male Female.

Mistaken Identities:

Not present in the U.S.: Orthosia gothica has been caught in Pannolis flammea traps in the UK. This species is similar in size but is grey in color instead of orangish-brown like P. flammea.

Guides

Sample Submission Guidance for Lepidoptera

References

Brambila, J., L. D. Jackson, R. L. Meagher, D. Restom Gaskill, and A. Derksen. 2014. Plastic Bucket Trap Protocol.

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