Fuchsia Gall Mite UK Map: Sightings and Distribution

This map shows reported sightings of Fuchsia Gall Mite across the UK and supports ongoing monitoring of its spread. Further information about identification, symptoms and management can be found on the Fuchsia Gall Mite information page.

How to use the map

Use the filter bar at the top of the map to refine sightings by year, report source, plant location, county, or country. Leave “Filter By: All” unchanged. Apply any combination of filters to narrow the results and use the Reset button to return to the full dataset. Navigate the map using the zoom controls in the bottom‑right corner and click on any marker to view details of an individual sighting. Marker colours correspond to the year of the reported sighting.

Resetting Filters

To return the map to its full dataset, use the Reset button. This clears all applied filters and restores the complete set of sightings. Leave “Filter By: All” unchanged, as this field is system‑generated and not used for filtering.

Interactive map showing Fuchsia Gall Mite sightings and distribution across the UK.

Map last updated: 23 January 2026.

Filter Guidance

Use the filter panel on the left‑hand side to refine the sightings displayed on the map.

• Filter By: All
  This is a master data field required by the system and should remain set to All.
• Filter By: Year
  Filters sightings by the year in which the report was submitted.
• Filter by: Report Source
  Indicates where the report originated (for example, direct submission, email, or other channels).
• Filter By: Plant Location
  Shows the type of location where the affected plant was found (e.g., garden, nursery, allotment).
• Filter By: County
  Filters sightings by the county in which the plant was located.
• Filter By: Country
  Groups sightings by country (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland) and includes occasional reports from outside the UK.

Map Key

• Marker Colours
  Each marker colour corresponds to the year in which the sighting was reported. This allows you to see how the distribution has changed over time.
• Marker Icons
  Clicking a marker opens a pop‑up showing additional details about the sighting, including the date, location, report source, and any cultivar information provided. To close the pop‑up, select the cross in the top‑right corner of the box.

Data Notes

• Locations shown on the map are approximate to protect privacy.
• Sightings are verified before being added to the dataset.
• The map updates as new reports are reviewed.
• For guidance on identifying Fuchsia Gall Mite and understanding typical symptoms, please refer to the main information page

About the data

Data is based on voluntary public reports and may not represent the full extent of Fuchsia Gall Mite presence in the UK.

This map is made possible through the free support of WP Google Maps, who have supplied the mapping plugin for this project.

Your participation helps improve understanding of Fuchsia Gall Mite distribution across the UK. If you would like to learn more about the pest or submit your own report, please use the links below.