EPPO Global Database

Megalurothrips usitatus(MEGTUS)

Vector of

Important note on vectors:
Information on vectors and their associated pathogens is a new feature of the database (April 2023). Data will gradually be entered by the EPPO Secretariat and will focus on regulated (quarantine) pests.
Organism Type
Tobacco streak virus (TSV000) Potential vector
* Shukla S, Kalyani G, Kulkarni N, Waliyar F, Nigam SN (2005) Mechanism of transmission of Tobacco streak virus by Scirtothrips dorsalis, Frankliniella schultzei and Megalurothrips usitatus in groundnut, Arachis hypogaea L. Journal of Oilseeds Research 22(1), 215-217.