Woolly Aphid

Natural Habitat

Commonly found on the leaves and branches of specific host plants (such as apple, ash, beech, or oak trees) where they produce white, waxy secretions.

Diet & Feeding

They feed on plant sap by piercing the bark or leaves of host plants with needle-like mouthparts.

Behavior Patterns

They produce a thick, white, waxy fiber for protection against predators and moisture loss. They often form large colonies and may have complex life cycles involving alternating between different host plant species.

Risks & Benefits

Generally harmless to humans but considered a garden pest. Heavy infestations can cause leaf curling, yellowing, and stunted growth in plants. Their sticky waste (honeydew) can lead to the growth of sooty mold.

Identified on: 1/30/2026