The occurrence of Selenothrips rubrocinctus (Giard) attacking leaves of lychee (Litchi chinensis Sonn.) (Sapindaceae) is recorded for the first time in Brazil. The attack was observed in July 2003 in Piracicaba, State of São Paulo (22° 42' 30" S, 47° 38' 00" W) .
Insecta; Litchi chinensis; occurrence