This field survey guidance therefore provides easy-to-follow guidelines for technical personnel of national plant protection organizations (NPPOs), to survey for Bactrocera spp ., a key pest commonly called fruit fly. This survey guidance provides a protocol to aid in the monitoring, detection, sample collection, and identification of Bactrocera spp., ensuring effective phytosanitary decision-making to manage the pest risk and protect trade in plants and plant products. To simplify identification, this document also provides visuals and guidance on recommended pest traps for the different fruit fly species.
