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Quince Moth – Euzophera bigella

Available Products
1 mg Standard Lure
Dispenser Details
Natural Rubber Septum
Active Life
4-6 weeks (temperature dependent)
Pest Details
Adult
Wingspan of 15-18 mm. Forewings grey with dark and pale transverse patches
Larvae
Final instars reach 10-12 mm in length. Body is grey with a yellow to pale brown head and a dark brown prothoracic plate.
Eggs
Laid on bark wounds and fruit.
Distribution
Europe, except Fennoscandia, Asia, the Middle East and Morroco.
Economic Host(s)
Fruit tree crops including apple, pear, plum, quince, apricot, walnut and olive.
Symptons/Signs
Larvae can feed on cambium below the bark causing swelling and cracking on the nark of limbs, accompanied by internal bark necrosis and desiccation of limbs and twigs. Larvae also feed on fruit, boring into the pulp to feed.
Generations
1-3
Monitoring
Adults Present
April to September (climate dependent)
Recommended Trap Density
1-2 traps per hectare in large uniform orchards and 3-4 traps per hectare in less dense or mixed orchards.
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 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.
Recommended Trap
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