Laspeyresia spp. Scorecard

Species:  Laspeyresia spp.

Common Name:  Laspeyresia spp.

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Results

Impact Total:12 / 35Impact = ( Spread + Damage - Benefit )

Ability to Respond Total:16 / 25Ability to Respond = ( Ease of Response + Tools in Place )

Confidence:Low

Confidence Notes:Since this is listed only at genus level, there is low confidence in the exact comments made herein. There are several species in this genus that could be damaging. Appears genus is being revised as many species are now Cydia - same genus as codling mot.

Impact

SpreadNotesScore
Spread RateThese are tortricid moths that are fairly strong fliers, the larvae typically feed in concealed places as leafrollers, seed feeders, etc. which could facilitate movement through human means.4
Spread AmountDifficult to say without having species, but these animals appear to be fairly flexible in terms of their biological needs.3
DamageNotesScore
EcologicalIncreased insecticide usage would result to manage this pest if it established - this could threaten environmental quality.1
AgriculturalVegetable, fruit, and nut pests depending on species; a couple of species specialize on conifers.3
Infrastructure0
CulturalPotentially affecting landscape, home orchards, and gardens.1
Health0
BenefitNotesScore
Ecological0
Agricultural0
Infrastructure0
Cultural0
Health0
Total12

Ability to Respond

Ease of ResponseNotesScore
DetectionThe moths could be attracted to pheromone traps, but the other life stages are usually more concealed.3
ControlInsecticides, biological, etc. would all play a role, but members of this genus can be significant pests.3
Tools in PlaceNotesScore
Entry"A" rated pest thus entry controls are in place.5
Control"A" rated pest.5
OutreachNothing specific.0
Total16