First report of Scirtothrips dorsalis in Denmark
The NPPO of Denmark recently informed the EPPO Secretariat of the first finding of Scirtothrips dorsalis (Thysanoptera: Thripidae – EPPO A2 List) on its territory.
During a plant health inspection at a nursery (indoors) in October 2022, thrips were found on one plant of Begonia sp. Laboratory analysis showed that the species was Scirtothrips dorsalis. Phytosanitary measures were applied: movement of plants was prohibited within and out of the place of production, and the lot with the infested plant was destroyed. Thorough inspection of the other plants in the site did not result in further findings.
The pest status of Scirtothrips dorsalis in Denmark is officially declared as: Transient, actionable, under eradication.
Sources
NPPO of Denmark (2022-10).