Vine Mealybug vs Long-snouted March Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Vine Mealybug | Long-snouted March Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Planococcus ficus | Bibio lanigerus |
| Order | Hemiptera | Diptera |
| Family | Pseudococcidae | Bibionidae |
| Size | 2-4 mm | 8-11 mm |
| Habitat | Orchards | Orchards |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Root Feeders |
| Regions | Mediterranean, California, South Africa, South America | Europe |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Vine Mealybug
A pink-bodied mealybug covered in white wax that has become a major pest of vineyards worldwide. It feeds on vine roots, trunks, and fruit clusters, transmitting grapevine leafroll virus.
Did You Know?
It can hide under bark and in root crevices, making it nearly impossible to reach with contact insecticides.
Long-snouted March Fly
A robust, hairy black march fly with a woolly thorax and relatively large body for the family. Adults emerge in spring and are frequently seen on hawthorn and blackthorn blossom.
Did You Know?
Bibionidae larvae are sometimes so abundant in pasture soil that they can damage grass roots, leaving brown patches.