Vine mealybug

more susceptible to injury caused by other pests and fungal diseases. Life cycle and appearance of Vine mealybug The Mediterranean vine mealybug ( Planoccoccus

Psyllids

Hemp russet mite

dull, greyish, or bronzed leaves and upward curling of leaf edges. Life cycle and appearance of Hemp russet mite All life stages of the hemp russet mite

Horse-chestnut leaf miner

the autumn, trees are usually totally defoliated, year after year. Life cycle and appearance of Horse-chestnut leaf miner The adult moth is 4-5 mm long

Cactus mealybug

occur. Heavily infested plants stop growing and will eventually die. Life cycle and appearance of Cactus mealybug Mealybugs get their name from the fact

Leafhoppers

Biological control of leafhoppers Leafhoppers are highly mobile, sap-sucking pests that feed on plant leaves, causing discoloration, stippling and leaf curling. Their feeding reduces photosynthesis, w

Oak processionary moth

severe allergic reactions, amongst other health problems (see above). Life cycle and appearance of Oak processionary moth The adults have grey forewings with

Pine processionary moth

moth cause severe defoliation, reducing the viability of oak trees. Life cycle and appearance of Pine processionary moth The female moth has a wingspan [...] brownish-yellow colour that later changes to dark reddish-brown The life cycle of T. pityocampa is normally annual but may extend over 2 years at high altitude

Mealybugs and scales

patches to appear on leaves and fruit. This can eventually kill the leaf. Life cycle of mealybugs & scales Mealybug & scale control videos Take a look at the

False spider mites

spider mites, false spider mites ( Tenuipalpidae ) do not produce webs. Life cycle and appearance of False spider mites Most false spider mites ( Tenuipalpidae