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First DNA barcoding of a new alien species Glycaspis brimblecombei Moore, 1964 (Hemiptera: Aphalaridae) in Croatia with a distribution note

A new alien psyllid Glycaspis brimblecombei, native in Australia, was first discovered in Croatia in 2020. Its presence was also confirmed in the Botanical Garden of the Institute for Marine and Coastal Research (University of Dubrovnik) on the island of Lokrum, using DNA barcoding. Distribution and spreading of this alien species were noted as across the other continents so in Europe. The pest is considered as a threat to forestry, paper industry and could affect ornamental values of the eucalyptus species. It is important to continue with following research on this species because of the potential spreading and ascendant estimation.

Eucalyptus spp. ; red gum lerp psyllid ; COI gene fragment ; Lokrum ; botanical garden

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