Psyllid vs Long-tailed Mealybug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Psyllid | Long-tailed Mealybug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Diaphorina citri | Pseudococcus longispinus |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Liviidae | Pseudococcidae |
| Size | 3-4 mm | 2.5-4 mm (body) |
| Habitat | Orchards | Gardens |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Asia, Americas, Africa | Worldwide |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Psyllid
A small sap-sucking insect that vectors citrus greening disease, the most devastating citrus disease worldwide. Infected trees produce bitter misshapen fruit and eventually die.
Did You Know?
The disease it spreads has caused billions of dollars in losses and threatens global citrus production.
Long-tailed Mealybug
A waxy white mealybug distinguished by long tail filaments that can equal or exceed its body length. It infests ornamental plants, citrus, and grapes in greenhouses and warm regions.
Did You Know?
Unlike most mealybugs, females give live birth instead of laying eggs.