Community identification
Aphid
Aphididae (exact species undetermined)
- Order & Family
- Hemiptera; Aphididae
- Size
- Typically about 1–4 mm long.
Natural Habitat
Usually found on plant stems, leaves, and buds; this one appears to be on skin.
Diet & Feeding
Feeds by piercing plants and sucking sap.
Behavior Patterns
Often gathers in colonies and reproduces rapidly; some individuals develop wings to disperse.
Risks & Benefits
Harmless to people and does not feed on skin. Heavy infestations can damage plants; aphids also provide food for beneficial predators such as lady beetles.