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Associated observations

Photos / Sounds

What

Western Flower Thrips (Frankliniella occidentalis)

Observer

alex_bairstow

Date

May 27, 2018

Description

Some characteristics so far:

  • Abdominal segment X longitudinally divided ventrally
  • Reticulation weak or absent
  • Ocelli present
  • 8 antennal segments
  • Fore wing longer than head + thorax
  • Fore wing color mainly pale
  • Fore wing setal rows on first and second veins essentially complete
  • Discal setae absent on sternites III-VI.
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