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Coconut scale

Coconut scale

Aspidiotus destructor

A species of Aspidiotus

Aspidiotus destructor, the coconut scale, is a species of armored scale insect in the family Diaspididae.

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Attributes of Coconut scale
Adult Food Sources
Coconut palm sap, banana plant sap, papaya plant sap, mango tree sap, durian tree sap
Larva Food Source
Coconut palm sap, banana plant sap, papaya plant sap, mango tree sap, durian tree sap
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Venomous
Not reported
Non-poisonous
The Coconut scale is non-toxic and generally doesn't pose a risk to human health. No need for excessive worry.
Borer
Not reported
Pollinator
Not reported
Pest-Eating Predatory
Not reported
Phytophagous
Not reported
Predatory
Not reported
Biting animal or pet
Not reported
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Species Status of Coconut scale
It is found globally in tropical and subtropical areas.
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Life Cycle of Coconut scale
Egg The egg of coconut scale remains small and inconspicuous, typically deposited beneath their mother's protective covering. Color and shape vary by species, often resembling plant tissue.
Nymph After hatching, the nymphs ('crawlers') of coconut scale are mobile and differ from adults. They have underdeveloped wings and are smaller, seeking new locations to feed and grow.
Subsequent instars show incremental growth in size. With each molt, the developing coconut scale nymph gains structural complexity. However, wings remain non-functional until maturity.
Adult Adult coconut scale exhibit sexual dimorphism. Males develop wings and are short-lived, tasked solely with reproduction. Females are often wingless, sessile and focus on egg production.
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Adult Size of Coconut scale
1.2 - 2 mm
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Interesting Facts About Coconut scale
Coconut scale can survive without mating, females produce offspring asexually through a process known as parthenogenesis.
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Scientific Classification of Coconut scale
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Adult Habitat of Coconut scale
Tropical Rainforests, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas, Forests and Woodlands, Urban and Suburban Areas
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Habitat Preferences of Coconut scale Through Different Life Stages
Eggs of coconut scale are often found on the underside of leaves or hidden in crevices on their host plants. As they hatch, the emerging crawlers are mobile and can be found on new growth or nearby plants where they settle and begin to feed. The immature stages, or nymphs, typically remain stationary under protective coverings they create on the leaves, stems, or bark. Searching for nymphs involves inspecting the host plant thoroughly for these shield-like scales. Adults are sessile and less conspicuous than the mobile stages, usually found on the same host plants as nymphs, camouflaged within their protective scales. To find adults, look closely at infested parts of the plant, often requiring careful observation or the use of a magnifying tool.
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Harmful Effects of Coconut scale
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Agricultural Pests

When coconut scale infests in small numbers, its feeding on leaves and fruits may cause limited yellowing and spot-blotches. In case of a severe infestation, there can be defoliation, fruit drop, and branch dieback, severely affecting crop yield and quality. This pest's damage can also stress plants, making them more susceptible to disease, and significantly impact agricultural production, potentially leading to economic losses for growers.

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