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Peach Fruit Fly – Bactrocera zonata

Available Products
Standard 1g Dorsalure-ME Lure (B06A) – Methyl eugenol & proprietary extenders | 2g Methyl eugenol Lure (B06B) – An option for when a 2g version is specifically required e.g. some tenders
Dispenser Details
Large wax plug
Active Life
8-10 weeks
Pest Details
Adult
Costal band incomplete with isolated spot at wing tip. Narrow part of cell br lacks microtrichia. Two spots on face, one in each antennal furrow. Lateral yellow stripes along each side of thorax. Pair of dark marks on tergite 3 and no medial dark line except on tergite 5.
Larvae
Third instar with length of 7.5-10 mm and width of 1.52 mm.
Eggs
Elongated, whitish, rounded at posterior end and slightly pointed at anterior end. Lad beneath the skin of host fruit.
Distribution
India and Pakistan, Mauritius, the Middle East and northern Africa.
Economic Host(s)
A range of fruit crops including guava (Psidium), mango (Mangifera), peach (Prunus) and citrus.
Symptons/Signs
Larvae feed internally on the fruiting stage. Resinous deposits near puncture holes are often signs of female oviposition. Decomposition of the fruit often follows.
Generations
Up to 8.
Monitoring
Adults Present
Peaks June to November
Recommended Trap Density
1-2 traps per hectare in large, dense and uniform orchards or groves and 3-4 traps per hectare in less dense or mixed tree stands.
Trap Maintenance
Check traps on a regular basis; at least twice a week. It is recommended to replace the pheromone dispensers every 8 weeks to achieve optimum results.
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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