Prvi nalaz šimširovog moljca Cydalima perspectalis (Walker, 1859) (Lepidoptera, Crambidae) s Kosova

Authors and affiliation

• Donard Geci Department of Biology, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, University of Prishtina “Hasan Prishtina”, Mother Theresa p.n., 10 000 Prishtinë, Republic of Kosovo
• Halil Ibrahimi Department of Biology, Faculty of Mathematical and Natural Sciences, University of Prishtina “Hasan Prishtina”, “Eqrem Qabej” p.n., 10 000 Prishtinë, Kosovo

Abstract

The box tree moth Cydalima perspectalis (Walker, 1859) is a native species of East Asia and it was accidentally introduced in Europe several years ago, most likely through the trade in live plants. It is spreading rapidly all over Europe, including the Balkans. In this contribution, we report for the first time this invasive alien species from Kosovo. A single specimen was found on August 20, 2017, in Veriq village, Istog Municipality. The specimen was observed on a light source nearby a decor plant, Buxus sempervirens L., that offers favourable conditions for its spread.

Keywords

Box tree moth, Buxus, Kosovo, invasive species

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