EPPO Global Database

Scirtothrips dorsalis(SCITDO)

Distribution details in United States of America (Louisiana)

Situation
Current pest situation evaluated by EPPO on the basis of information dated 2013: Present, no details
References
* Kumar V, Kakkar G, McKenzie CL, Seal DR, Osborne LS (2013) An overview of chilli thrips, Scirtothrips dorsalis (Thysanoptera: Thripidae) biology, distribution and management, pp53-77. in Soloneski S, Larramendy M [eds.] Weed and pest control-conventional and new challenges.
-------"several positive reports of its invasion from Alabama, Louisiana, Georgia, and New York"
Situation in neighbouring countries
Country State Status
Canada Absent, intercepted only view...
Canada Ontario Absent, intercepted only view...
Mexico Present, restricted distribution view...