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Vine Mealybug

Planococcus ficus

Not Evaluated

About

A pink-bodied mealybug covered in white wax that has become a major pest of vineyards worldwide. It feeds on vine roots, trunks, and fruit clusters, transmitting grapevine leafroll virus.

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Did You Know?

It can hide under bark and in root crevices, making it nearly impossible to reach with contact insecticides.