
Community identification
Whitefly
Aleyrodidae
- Order & Family
- Order: Hemiptera, Family: Aleyrodidae
- Size
- 1 to 3 millimeters
Natural Habitat
Agricultural areas, gardens, and greenhouses, typically found on the undersides of plant leaves.
Diet & Feeding
Sapsuckers that feed on the phloem of various plants, including vegetables and ornamentals.
Behavior Patterns
They are active during the day and often fly in large clouds when host plants are disturbed; they produce sticky honeydew.
Risks & Benefits
Significant agricultural pests that weaken plants and transmit viruses; they have no direct risk to humans but can damage ecosystems.