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Pea Moth – Cydia nigricana

Available Products
1mg Standard (C26A): Standard lure for monitoring this pest
1.5mg Lure (C26B): A more expensive lure with higher loading that increases catch rate.
Dispenser Details
Natural rubber septum for both lures
Active Life
4-6 weeks (temperature dependent) for both lures
Pest Details
Adult
Wingspan of 13-17 mm. Forewings are dark brown or brownish-grey with a metallic shine. White stripes (7-9) with black markings in between are present along the costa. Dark spots and white comma spots are usually present near the hindwing border. Hind wings are whitish-yellow and brown near the hind border.
Larvae
The final instar reaches 14 mm in length. Body initially white but becoming yellow with a dark head and anal scutellum. Eight lines of dark warts are present. Eight pairs of legs are present with 3 on the thorax.
Eggs
Oval shaped, 0.75 – 0.8 mm in length, flattened on one side. Initially white coloured, becoming yellow with age. Laid in clusters on leaves
Distribution
Europe, Asia minor and North America.
Economic Host(s)
Pea and Lentil.
Symptons/Signs
The first instar wanders from the site of hatching, usually for 1 day before boring into pods to feed. Once fully grown the larvae leaves the pod to pupate on the ground.
Generations
1
Monitoring
Adults Present
June – July
Recommended Trap Density
1-2 traps per hectare in large, uniform areas of crops or 3-4traps per hectare in mixed or less dense crop stands. 1-2traps are suitable for garden management.
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 12 months or a freezer for an extended life of 24 months. Always store sealed in original packaging.
Recommended Trap
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