Mealybug

Scientific Name: Pseudococcidae

Order & Family: Hemiptera / Pseudococcidae

Size: 1/20 to 1/5 inch

Mealybug

Natural Habitat

Warm climates, greenhouses, indoor plants

Diet & Feeding

Plant juices

Behavior Patterns

Slow-moving, congregate in clusters

Risks & Benefits

Damages plants, causes yellowing and stunted growth

Identified on: 3/9/2026