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Diaphorina citri
(Hemiptera: Psyllidae)
Asian citrus psyllid
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Adult Asian citrus psyllids are small (3-4 mm) with mottled brown wings and are active, jumping insects. The eggs are bright yellow and are deposited on newly emerging plant tissue. Nymphs are green or dull orange, and feed on young leaves and stems. The Asian citrus psyllid itself is not a major pest of citrus; however, it is known to be a vector of citrus greening disease (CGD), a very serious bacterial disease of citrus. There is no known cure for CGD and tree removal is the only control option.
Species description or overview
New pest alert for Asian citrus psyllid (Diaphorina citri) in Hawaii
This "new pest alert" RE: the asian citrus psyllid (Diaphorina citri) was issued by the Hawaii Department of Agriculture (HDOA) in May 2006.
Taxonomy & nomenclature
ITIS nomenclature info for Diaphorina citri
Nomenclatural information about Diaphorina citri is provided by ITIS.
Pest alerts
New pest alert for Asian citrus psyllid (Diaphorina citri) in Hawaii
This "new pest alert" RE: the asian citrus psyllid (Diaphorina citri) was issued by the Hawaii Department of Agriculture (HDOA) in May 2006.
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