Aphid Honeydew/Exudate
Scientific Name: N/A (Derived from Aphididae)
Order & Family: Order: Hemiptera, Family: Aphididae
Size: Variable droplets, typically 0.5mm to 3mm in cluster size.
Natural Habitat
Found on the surface of plant leaves, parked vehicles, or outdoor furniture located beneath infested trees.
Diet & Feeding
Residual waste produced by aphids from feeding on plant phloem sap (sugars and water).
Behavior Patterns
Secreted by aphids as they feed; it is sticky and often falls from the canopy above, creating a tacky coating on surfaces.
Risks & Benefits
No direct risk to humans, but it promotes the growth of black sooty mold and can damage car paint if left to harden.
Identified on: 1/5/2026