Scale Insect (likely an Armored Scale or shed skin)

primarily found on the stems, leaves, and branches of indoor and outdoor plants; can accidentally be transferred to furniture or clothing

Sucks sap from plant tissues (phloem); they do not feed on humans or animals

Adult females are immobile (sessile) and form a hard, waxy, shield-like cover to protect themselves while feeding on plants; they look like small bumps or scabs

Major agricultural and horticultural pest that can stunt or kill plants; harmless to humans and pets (does not bite or sting), though often mistaken for skin parasites or bed bugs due to their scab-like appearance