New Zealand authorities detect Oriental fruit fly in Auckland, risking local horticulture.

Biosecurity New Zealand has detected a single male Oriental fruit fly in Papatoetoe, Auckland, prompting increased trapping efforts and movement restrictions on fruit and vegetables in the area. While the fly poses no health risk to humans, it could harm New Zealand's horticulture industry if it spreads. This is the 13th time the species has been found, with previous incursions successfully eradicated.

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