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Texas

What you should know about the spread of invasive species in Texas

UNDER FEDERAL QUARANTINE

The following targeted Hungry Pests have federal quarantines in certain areas of this state. Note: Other Federal and State quarantines may apply.

Asian Citrus Psyllid

Attacks:citrus plants

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Citrus Greening

Attacks:citrus trees

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Emerald Ash Borer Beetle

Attacks:ash trees

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Imported Fire Ant

Attacks:buds and fruits of crop plants

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Mexican Fruit Fly

Attacks:fruits, particularly citrus and mango

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In addition to federal quarantines, state-level quarantines might apply.
Learn about state-level quarantines.

SUITABLE HABITAT

This state has some crop, forest, or urban area(s) where the following pests or diseases could survive year-round.

Asian Gypsy Moth

Attacks: North American tree and shrub species

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Asian Longhorned Beetle

Attacks: hardwood trees, national forests

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Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle

Attacks: palm trees, including coconut, date, and oil palms

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European Cherry Fruit Fly

Attacks: Sweet and tart cherries, and other environmental host such as honeysuckle and dogwood

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European Grapevine Moth

Attacks: wine and table grapes

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False Codling Moth

Attacks: plants, fruit trees, field crops

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Giant African Snail

Attacks: plants, fruits and vegetables

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Khapra Beetle

Attacks: stored grain products and seeds

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Light Brown Apple Moth

Attacks: plants and crops

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Mediterranean Fruit Fly

Attacks: fruits, vegetables and nuts

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Oriental Fruit Fly

Attacks: fruits and vegetables

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Spotted Lanternfly

Attacks: fruit, ornamental and woody trees

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State Plant Health Director:

Stuart Kuehn
USDA, APHIS, PPQ
903 San Jacinto Boulevard, Suite 270
Austin, TX 78701-2450
Phone: (512) 916-5241
Fax: (512) 916-5243
Email: Stuart.W.Kuehn@usda.gov

Office Manager:

Sharon Sanders: (512) 383-2460
Email: Sharon.M.Sanders@usda.gov

Associate Executive Director:

Craig Southwick: (970) 494-7578