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Western flower thrips

Frankliniella occidentalis

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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Widely distributed across Africa (Kenya, South Africa, Tunisia), Asia (4 countries), Europe (33 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Chile).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Arthropoda (Arthropods)

Class

Insecta (Insects)

Order

Thysanoptera (Thysanoptera)

Species

Frankliniella occidentalis (Western flower thrips)

Names in Other Languages

German Western Flower Thrips

Similar Species in Frankliniella

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Thrips

Frankliniella intonsa

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Thrips

Frankliniella schultzei

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Western flower thrips?

The scientific name of Western flower thrips is Frankliniella occidentalis. It belongs to the genus Frankliniella.

Where does Western flower thrips live?

Western flower thrips is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Kenya, South Africa, Tunisia), Asia (4 countries), Europe (33 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Chile).. Countries include Albania, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Chile, China, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark.

What family does Western flower thrips belong to?

Western flower thrips (Frankliniella occidentalis) belongs to the genus Frankliniella, which is part of the taxonomic family Thripidae.

What kingdom does Western flower thrips belong to?

Western flower thrips (Frankliniella occidentalis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Western flower thrips?

The closest relatives of Western flower thrips in the genus Frankliniella include Thrips, Thrips.