Pealius
Quaintance & Baker, 1914
whitefly
Species Guides
1- Pealius kelloggi(Hollyleaf Cherry Whitefly)
Pealius is a of whiteflies (Aleyrodidae) established by Quaintance & Baker in 1914. The genus includes agricultural pests such as Pealius mori, which infests mulberry and threatens sericultural production in Asia. in this genus are characterized by small body size, overlapping , and strong capabilities. The complete mitochondrial of P. mori has been sequenced, revealing phylogenetic relationships within the genus.
Pronunciation
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Habitat
Associated with mulberry gardens and sericultural areas; observed on mulberry leaves in cultivated settings. Records indicate presence in temperate regions including Denmark, Norway, and Sweden.
Distribution
Documented from sericultural regions in China, particularly Yunnan Province; also recorded in Greece, France, and Egypt. Northern European distribution includes Denmark, Norway, and Sweden based on collection records.
Human Relevance
Pealius mori is recognized as a significant pest of sericultural production. reduce mulberry leaf quality and yield through sap feeding, while honeydew secretions cause (coal pollution) that further degrades foliage. The has been reported to interfere with (Bombyx mori) nymphal development.