Apple Sucker vs Citrus Mealybug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Apple Sucker | Citrus Mealybug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cacopsylla mali | Planococcus citri |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Psyllidae | Pseudococcidae |
| Size | 2-3 mm | 2-4 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Orchards |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Central Asia, East Asia | Worldwide tropical and subtropical regions |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Apple Sucker
A small psyllid pest of apple trees with greenish-brown coloring that changes seasonally. Nymphs produce copious honeydew and waxy secretions on developing buds and flowers.
Did You Know?
Heavy infestations can cause complete failure of fruit set, as nymphs feeding inside flower clusters kill the developing blossoms before they can be pollinated.
Citrus Mealybug
A soft-bodied, waxy-coated insect that clusters on citrus fruits, stems, and roots while feeding on sap. Heavy infestations weaken plants and contaminate fruit with honeydew and wax.
Did You Know?
The ladybird beetle Cryptolaemus montrouzieri, known as the mealybug destroyer, was one of the first biocontrol agents ever deployed against this pest.