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Orange Tortrix – Argyrotaenia citrana

Available Products
1 mg Standard Lure
Dispenser Details
Natural Rubber Septum
Active Life
4-6 weeks (temperature dependent)
Pest Details
Adult
Wingspan of 18-22 mm. Forewings fawn brown to orangish coloured with dark mottling across the wing.
Larvae
Length up to 25 mm. Body dirty white or yellow green with a brown to straw coloured head and prothoracic plate
Eggs
Pale green to cream coloured, flat, oval eggs laid in clusters on the upper and lower surfaces of leaves.
Distribution
The United States
Economic Host(s)
A range of fruit trees and shrubs including citrus, grape (Vitis) and avocado (Persea)
Symptons/Signs
Larvae feed on developing buds, leaves and the surface of fruits. Fruit feeding leaves shallow pits and malformed skin. Leaves are webbed together with silk.
Generations
1-2
Monitoring
Adults Present
June to October
Recommended Trap Density
1-2 traps per hectare in large uniform stands and 3- 5traps per hectare in heterogeneous and less dense stands
Trap Maintenance
Check traps on a regular basis; at least twice a week. It is recommended to replace the pheromone dispensers every 4 weeks to achieve optimum results. Replace the sticky inserts, if used, when they become filled with dust or insects.
Storage
Keep product away from direct sunlight, heat, sparks and open flame. Store in a refrigerator for a shelf life of 12 months or a freezer for an extended life of 24 months. Always store sealed in original packaging.
Recommended Trap
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