Woolly Aphid

Found on various host plants including fruit trees, elms, and shrubs; often congregate on stems, roots, or undersides of leaves.

Herbivorous; they use piercing-sucking mouthparts to feed on plant sap (phloem) from host plants.

They produce a white, waxy, filament-like coating for protection against predators and moisture loss. They often form dense colonies and can cause galls or distorted growth on plants.

Considered a plant pest that can cause yellowing, wilted leaves, and stunted growth. They produce honeydew which can lead to sooty mold. They benefit the ecosystem by serving as a food source for ladybugs and lacewings.