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Heart and Dart Moth – Agrotis exclamationis

Available Products
1 mg Standard Lure
Dispenser Details
Natural Rubber Septum
Active Life
4-6 weeks (temperature dependent)
Pest Details
Adult
Wingspan of 38-40 mm. Forewings whitish-brown to dark brown with each wing bearing a kidney shaped stigma and a dart like marking. Hind wings are light greyish brown in females and more whitish in males.
Larvae
Length up to 38 mm and dull brownish to greenish-brown with dark edged longitudinal stripes along the back and sizeable black spiracles. Head yellowish brown & shiny marked with pair of vertical black bars
Eggs
Hemispherical and ribbed whitish eggs are laid randomly on the soil surface. Eggs become pinkish coloured with age.
Distribution
Throughout Europe except the northern most parts
Economic Host(s)
Range of horticultural and agricultural crops such as tomato, potato, carrot, wheat and maize.
Symptons/Signs
Early instars feed on leaves while later instars begin to feed below ground on roots of their host. Feeding results in yellowing and dead leaves and toppling of plants as the stem and roots are eaten internally.
Generations
1-2
Monitoring
Adults Present
May to July and sometimes September (climate dependant)
Recommended Trap Density
1-2 traps per hectare in large, uniform and dense areas of crops and 3-4 traps per hectare in less dense and heterogeneous areas of crops. Traps should be positioned atleast 20m apart and within/on the edge of outdoor crops
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 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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