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Chilli thrips
Chilli thrips is a potential threat to greenhouse/nursery
production in the PNW. It has a very wide host range and can damage plants
of key importance in our region including roses, rhododendrons, maple,
viburnum, blueberries, grapes, and many herbaceous hosts such as basil
or snapdragons. Additionally it can vector viruses.
An awareness of this pest, may help keep it from establishment
in our area. Distribution of this pest can occur from areas where it already
has established. Vigilant inspection of new plant material from these
locations will be a useful tactic to reduce risk of introduction.
Good links for chilli thrips
Chilli
thrips: Photos and Research, University of Florida/MREC. This site
is chilli thrips 101 for everyone wanting to learn what they look like,
what they do and on what hosts, and how to manage them.
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension: Chilli
Thrips This site has a very nice presentation of material
National Pest Alert: Chilli
Thrips
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