Citrus Mealybug vs Lemon-tree Borer Parasite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Citrus Mealybug | Lemon-tree Borer Parasite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Planococcus citri | Diachasmimorpha longicaudata |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Pseudococcidae | Braconidae |
| Size | 2-4 mm | 4-7 mm |
| Habitat | Orchards | Orchards |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Worldwide tropical and subtropical regions | Southeast Asia, Pacific Islands, Central America, Africa |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Not Evaluated |
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.
Lemon-tree Borer Parasite
A parasitoid of fruit fly larvae that has been released worldwide for biological control of tephritid pests. Females locate host larvae concealed inside ripening fruit using their long ovipositors.
Did You Know?
She can pierce through the rind of a mango or guava to deposit an egg directly onto a fruit fly maggot inside.