EPPO Global Database

Phryneta leprosa(INESLE)

Distribution details in Malta

Situation
Current pest situation evaluated by EPPO on the basis of information dated 2002: Present, restricted distribution
Comments
Accidentaly introduced in the Maltese islands. Established in the area of Rabat where heavy infestations were observed on Morus nigra.
References
* Mifsud D, Dandria D (2002) Introduction and establishment of Phryneta leprosa (Fabricius) (Coleoptera, Cerambycidae) in Malta. The Central Mediterranean Naturalist 3(4), 207-210.