Aonidiella auranti

Pronunciation
/ay-NOH-dee-EL-ah aw-RAN-tee/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Aonidiella auranti
Plural
Aonidiella auranti

Definition

A species of armored scale insect (family Diaspididae) that is a major pest of citrus fruits.

Etymology

From Greek 'aon' meaning 'wingless', and 'diella' meaning 'small'. The species name 'auranti' refers to the orange tree.

Example

Aonidiella auranti infestations can cause significant damage to citrus crops by sucking sap from leaves and fruits.

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