Monitoring of regulated quarantine forest pests of the Lepidoptera series using traps

Goal. On the basis of literature data, select methods for identifying regulated quarantine forest pests using traps with pheromones, attracting baits and without them. Methods. The study was based on a search in domestic and foreign literary sources, as well as on the Internet, for data on existing methods for identifying regulated forest pests of the Lepidoptera series using traps. After completing the search, an analysis and generalization of scientific and practical literature on instrumental monitoring of regulated forest pests was carried out. Results. A comprehensive analysis of the literature data showed that the use of traps of various types and configurations is effective to identify quarantine pests of the forest, to which you can add various fillers that can attract a certain type of insect. Pheromone traps trap the target species even if the population is very low. To trap lepidoptera pests, cardboard traps of the «Delta» type, Pherocon®-2, «milk bag» traps and universal traps Uni-traps are used. The use of various traps depends on the biology of the objects under study. For each type of pest, a methodology for the use of traps and the timing of monitoring have been established. Conclusions. Analysis of literature data showed that when monitoring studied regulated forest pests for their timely detection, the most effective method is the use of traps with appropriate attractants. The use of traps makes it possible to obtain operational information about the presence of pests in a certain area, to determine their number and the need for appropriate protective measures.