Aphidinae
Aphidinae
Classification
- Phylum: Arthropoda
- Subphylum: Hexapoda
- Class: Insecta
- Order: Hemiptera
- Suborder: Sternorrhyncha
- Superfamily: Aphidoidea
- Family: Aphididae
- Subfamily: Aphidinae
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Aphidinae: //æˈfɪdɪniː//
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Summary
Aphidinae is a subfamily of aphids in the family Aphididae, known for having species that can appear in different color forms and which are significant vectors for potyviruses, with complex life cycles involving multiple host plants.
Physical Characteristics
Many species come in both pink and green forms.
Habitat
Primarily found on trees as their primary host plants, with herbaceous plants serving as secondary hosts.
Diet
Many species of aphids in this subfamily feed on plant sap, particularly from their host plants, and can spread potyviruses.
Life Cycle
They spend a number of generations on one host before producing alates that migrate to another host.
Reproduction
Reproduction can involve both asexual and sexual phases, with alates being produced for migration to secondary hosts.
Ecosystem Role
They play a significant role in the transmission of plant viruses due to their feeding habits.
Economic Impact
Many species of Aphidinae are of economic importance due to their role as pests in agriculture and horticulture by spreading plant diseases.
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Tags
- Aphidinae
- Aphids
- Plant pests
- Potyviruses
- Hemiptera