EPPO Global Database

Gonipterus scutellatus species complex(GONPSC)

Distribution details in Portugal (Azores)

Situation
Current pest situation evaluated by EPPO on the basis of information dated 2020: Present, few occurrences
First recorded in: 2019
Comments
From NPPO (2020): first found during surveys in Terceira Island in 2019. The pest was first detected in a 12 ha forest stand in the parish of São Mateus, and then in a 3 ha forest in the parish of Ribeirinha, as well as in 20 other locations. No severe damage was observed (only a few gnawed leaves).
References
* NPPO of Portugal (2020-07).
Situation in neighbouring countries
Country State Status
Spain Islas Canárias Present, restricted distribution view...
Spain Present, restricted distribution view...