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Tuberculatus annulatus

Oak aphid

Description

It is a small yellowish green aphid living in colonies on the lower side of leaves. They occur on a veinlet, less commonly in the interveinal space. It produces honeydew due to which dirt is trapped on leaves and photosynthesis can be decreased.

Symptom

It produces honeydew, which can trap impurities in the leaves and reduce photosynthesis.

Tree Species: Oak

Part of a plant- attacked: Leaf / Needle

Pest significance: Harmful

Pest Category: Insects

Invasive Species: No

Present in EU: Yes