Mediterranean fruit fly pheromone

The Mediterranean fruit fly

The Mediterranean fruit fly (Ceratis capitata) is a species originating from sub-Saharan Africa. Very common in Mediterranean regions, this pest insect causes damage to many fruit crops: citrus fruits, peaches, kiwis, avocado trees, loquat trees, plum trees, apple trees...

Egg-laying period and development

The female pierces the fruit to lay her eggs under the skin. The larvae that hatch feed on the flesh of the fruit, which becomes stained, deteriorates and eventually falls prematurely.

How to use this pheromone for the Mediterranean fruit fly?

Pheromones are volatile substances recognized by insects. They play a role in sexual or food attraction. Each substance is specific to a species. This makes it possible to trap each type of harmful insect very precisely and very effectively. Pheromones are tools for detecting and controlling populations with a high trapping capacity.

• Use only 1 capsule per trap (to be used with: fruit fly trap)
• Effective for 5 to 6 weeks
• Place 1 to 2 traps per tree

Instructions for use

The pheromone comes in an airtight sachet. It is used as soon as the sachet is opened.

• Place the capsule in the small basket of the trap. (Handle with gloves).
• Use only 1 pheromone per trap.
• Can be stored for up to 3 years in the freezer

When should you use the Mediterranean fruit fly pheromone?

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Optimal period of use : April to July