First report of Hercinothrips aethiopiae (Thysanoptera: Thripidae: Panchaetothripinae) in Belgium, a recently introduced species in Western Europe

2026/07/07 by Len Gruyaert, Wannes Dermauw, Jochem Bonte +5
Agricultural and Biological Sciences · #Biological Control of Invasive Species #Insect-Plant Interactions and Control #Weed Control and Herbicide Applications

paper · doi:10.1111/epp.70084

openalex publication_date 2026/07/07 · openalex created_date 2026/07/08 · openalex updated_date 2026/07/29

Abstract

Abstract Hercinothrips aethiopiae (Thysanoptera: Thripidae: Panchaetothripinae) is a newly introduced thrips species in Western Europe that has been recorded for the first time in Belgium. This article summarizes all known European records of the species up to March 2026, which, in addition to Belgium, include only the Netherlands and Germany. Illustrative images are provided to facilitate identification. Some information is given on spread and damage potential.

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