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Carnation tortrix, Cacoecimorpha pronubana Hubner

Carnation tortrix - David Holden, CFIA

Cacoecimorpha pronubana Hubner, carnation tortrix, is native to northern Africa. This plant-eating insect has been found on more than 160 plant species, including strawberries, grapevines, pears, stone fruits, and roses. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has confirmed the pest is present in the Fraser Valley, British Columbia.

If you are located outside of British Columbia and think you have found this plant pest, report it to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency Contact CFIA online - Canadian Food Inspection Agency (canada.ca)

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