27 Aphid (Aphis spp) General: Jim Baker, North Carolina State University, Bugwood.org Bad This is Aphis pomi (Apple Aphid) Many different kinds. Form: Larvae and adults are pear-shaped. Females give birth to live young (fantastic birth rate). Size: Larva = 1.5+mm long. Adult = up to 9mm long. Feeds On: Each type feeds on a specific type of plant. They suck sap from plants, causing distortion and flower/bud drop. Many types secrete honeydew, which encourages sooty mold. Control Options: Spray with a hose or soapy water. Dormant oil to kill eggs. Comments: 28 American Painted Lady Butterfly (Vanessa virginiensis)
27 Aphid (Aphis spp) General: Bad Many different kinds. Form: Larvae and adults are pear-shaped. Females give birth to live young (fantastic birth rate). Size: Larva = 1.5+mm long. Adult = up to 9mm long. Feeds On: Each type feeds on a specific type of plant. They suck sap from plants, causing distortion and flower/bud drop. Many types secrete honeydew, which encourages sooty mold. Control Options: Spray with a hose or soapy water. Dormant oil to kill eggs. Comments: Jim Baker, North Carolina State University, Bugwood.org This is Aphis pomi (Apple Aphid) 28 American Painted Lady Butterfly (Vanessa virginiensis)
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