Woolly Plant Louse | FRESH × 2027 |
: They are tiny (1–6 mm) and often form conspicuous colonies that look like fuzzy white masses on twigs, leaves, or roots.
The is more commonly known as the woolly aphid (subfamily Eriosomatinae). These sap-sucking insects are easily identified by the white, cottony or "woolly" wax filaments they secrete to cover their bodies. Key Characteristics woolly plant louse
( Eriosoma lanigerum ): Often attacks apple tree roots and branches. : They are tiny (1–6 mm) and often
: They are herbivores that use piercing mouthparts to feed on plant juices, which can cause galls, leaf curling, and general plant stress. Common Varieties : which can cause galls