Invasive moth trapped in San Diego County, Calif.

Four male crambid moths have been picked up in pheromone traps in northern San Diego County, prompting agricultural officials to deploy additional traps in an 8-square-mile area.

The pest, known scientifically as Duponchelia fovealis Zeller, is native to the Mediterranean region, according to a memo from the Californa Department of Food and Agriculture to agricultural commissioners. It was picked up as part of routine trapping in Vista.

The moth has a wide host range, including several ornamentals, peppers, cucumbers, tomatoes, corn and pomegranates.

In 2004, an infestation was found at a California facility producing begonias. It was eradicated.

For more information on the moth, including photos, click here.