First report of Zeugodacus tau in Italy
In May 2025, during a survey to monitor the presence of Bactrocera dorsalis (Diptera: Tephritidae – EPPO A1 List) in the demarcated area for B. dorsalis in the municipality of San Gennaro Vesuviano, Campania region, a single male specimen of Zeugodacus tau (Diptera: Tephritidae – EU A1 Quarantine pest as Zeugodacus spp.) was found in a trap. The identity of the pest was confirmed by molecular testing. A phytosanitary treatment was carried out in the area where the specimen was found. No specific phytosanitary measures were implemented as those taken as part of the Action Plan for B. dorsalis was deemed to be appropriate also for Z. tau.
Sources
NPPO of Italy (2025-06). |