Wingspan of 17-23 mm. Forewings and body mix of chestnut brown and grey patches. Hindwing with two patches of black scales which protrude when rest of hindwing is covered by forewing.
Larvae
Up to 10 mm in length. Early instar a beige colour with darker red brown longitudinal stripes and later instars becoming green with paler longitudinal stripes. Head with dark markings on a pale background.
Eggs
Eggs are laid singly or in small batches on the leaves of their host
Larvae feed externally on both flowers and leaves of their host.
Generations
2
Monitoring
Adults Present
May to October
Recommended Trap Density
1-2 traps per hectare in large uniform stands of a crop or 3-5 traps per hectare in areas of diverse mixed 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 when they become filled with dust or insects
Storage
Keep product away from direct sunlight, heat, sparks and open flame. 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.
