Phyllocnistis citrella is present in Lebanon and Libya
Phyllocnistis citrella is reported as present in Lebanon. The author noted that this insect was already reported as a pest 25 years ago, it then disappeared and reappeared again 3 years ago. It affects seriously citrus production (lemon, sweet orange, clementine), and lemon seems to be the most susceptible species. Several parasitoids: Pnigalio sp. Cirrospilus lyneus and C. luteus were identified as natural enemies.
In Libya, P. citrella was observed in citrus orchards and nurseries in August 1995, in the western coast. Pnigalio sp. Cirrospilus pictus and C. variegatus were identified as natural enemies.
Sources
Methni, J. (1996) Plant Protection News from Arab and Near East countries – Lebanon.
Arab and Near East Plant Protection Newsletter, FAO, no. 23, p 28
Kafu, A. A.; Bin Zitown, A.; El-Bakkoush, F. (1996) News from Arab and Near East countries – Libya.
Arab and Near East Plant Protection Newsletter, FAO, no. 23, p 28