Pseudococcidae sp. (family)

A mealybug at Hughes, ACT

Pseudococcidae sp. (family) at Hughes, ACT - 13 Mar 2018 12:00 AM
Pseudococcidae sp. (family) at Hughes, ACT - 13 Mar 2018 12:00 AM
Pseudococcidae sp. (family) at Hughes, ACT - 13 Mar 2018 12:00 AM
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Identification history

Pseudococcidae sp. (family) 20 Jul 2018 MichaelMulvaney
Pseudococcidae sp. (family) 13 Mar 2018 ruthkerruish

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Salsify is a widespread weed in the Hughes Garran Woodland and every plant dug/pulled up seems to have mealybugs. Roots of Agapanthus and similar plants are also generally affected. Salsify is a widespread weed in the Hughes Garran Woodland and every plant dug /pulled up seems to have mealybugs.

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  • Salsify a weed. Associated plant
  • Less than 5mm Animal size

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