African Citrus Psyllid vs Pine Bark Adelgid
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | African Citrus Psyllid | Pine Bark Adelgid |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Trioza erytreae | Pineus strobi |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Triozidae | Adelgidae |
| Size | 2-3 mm | 0.5-1 mm |
| Habitat | Orchards | Farmland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Sub-Saharan Africa, Madeira, Canary Islands, Iberian Peninsula (invasive) | North America, Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
African Citrus Psyllid
A small brownish psyllid that causes distinctive pit galls on citrus leaves. It vectors the African form of citrus greening disease and is expanding its range into Europe.
Did You Know?
Unlike the Asian citrus psyllid, this species prefers cooler climates and has been detected in Portugal and Spain, threatening Mediterranean citrus production.
Pine Bark Adelgid
An adelgid that feeds on the bark of eastern white pine, producing white waxy wool on trunks and branches. Heavy infestations weaken young trees.
Did You Know?
Its white woolly coating on pine bark is often the first sign noticed by forest managers.