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Mango Fruit Fly – Ceratitis cosyra

Available Products
Standard 1g Capilure Plug (C15A): A cost effective option containing 1g of active ingredient and proprietary extenders to increase the field life
2g Trimedlure Plug (C15B): An option when a 2g version is specifically required e.g. tenders
2g Polymeric Lure (C15PB): An effective and cheaper alternative to the C15A lure.
Dispenser Details
1g Capilure Plug /2g Trimedlure plug: Large wax plug | 2g Polymeric Lure: Polymeric cylinder
Active Life
8-10 weeks (temperature dependent) for all lures
Pest Details
Adult
Wing length 4-6 mm. Body and wing colour yellowish. Sides and posterior of thorax prominently ringed with black spots. Thoracic dorsum with 2 small spots centrally and 2 larger pots near scutellum. Apex of scutellum with broken spots.
Larvae
White, cylindrical with anterior end narrowed with mouth hooks. Last instar is 7-9 mm in length. Anterior spiracles are usually straight on dorsal edge of tubule row.
Eggs
Eggs are smooth, white and long and slender.
Distribution
Restricted to sub-Saharan Africa.
Economic Host(s)
Marula (Sclerocarya) and mango (Mangifera) are the main hosts.
Symptons/Signs
Females puncture the fruits to lay eggs beneath the skin surface. Some sugary fruits will produce a sugary exudate at puncture holes. Puncture holes may also show signs of necrosis.
Generations
4-7
Monitoring
Adults Present
February to December
Recommended Trap Density
1-2 traps per hectare in large dense areas of crops and3- 4 traps per hectare.
Trap Maintenance
Check traps on a regular basis; at least twice a week. It is recommended to replace the pheromone dispensers every 7 weeks if using the 1.25g plug or every 8 weeks if using the 2g plug.
Storage
Keep product away from heat and direct sunlight. Store in a refrigerator for a shelf life of 18 months or a freezer for an extended life of 24 months. Always store sealed in original packaging.
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