Frosted Pine Aphid vs Grain Aphid
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Frosted Pine Aphid | Grain Aphid |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cinara pilicornis | Sitobion avenae |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Aphididae | Aphididae |
| Size | 3-5 mm | 1.5-3 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, introduced to other temperate regions | Europe, Asia, Africa, South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Frosted Pine Aphid
A large brown aphid covered in waxy powder that forms colonies on spruce twigs. It produces copious honeydew that supports sooty mold growth on needles.
Did You Know?
Beekeepers value it because its honeydew production enables bees to make prized forest honey.
Grain Aphid
A major pest of cereal crops in Europe and other temperate regions. It feeds on ears and leaves, reducing grain quality and transmitting barley yellow dwarf virus.
Did You Know?
Feeding on wheat ears during grain fill can reduce thousand-kernel weight by up to 20%.