EPPO Global Database

Cactoblastis cactorum(CACTCA)

Distribution details in United States of America (Texas)

Situation
Current pest situation evaluated by EPPO on the basis of information dated 2025: Present, no details
First recorded in: 2017
References
* Morrison CR, Plowes RM, Springer LE, Sanchez-Peña S, Gilbert LE (2025) Establishment and range expansion of invasive Cactoblastis cactorum (Lepidoptera: Pyralidae: Phycitinae) in Texas. Florida Entomologist 108(1), 20240052.
Situation in neighbouring countries
Country State Status
Mexico Absent, pest eradicated view...