Thaumastocoris peregrinus(THMCPE)
Distribution details in New Zealand
Current pest situation evaluated by EPPO on the basis of information dated
2012: Present, restricted distribution
First recorded in: 2012
From CABI Pest map 775 (2013): Present, no details
First recorded in: 2012
From CABI Pest map 775 (2013): Present, no details
EPPO Reporting Service (2012/147) : first found in March 2012 on Eucalyptus nicholii during a routine survey in East Tamaki, Auckland and considered to be established in this area. Surveys are continuing.
* Sopow S, George S, Ward N (2012) Bronze bug, Thaumastocoris peregrinus: a new Eucalyptus pest in New Zealand. Surveillance 39(2), 43-46.