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Onion aphid

Onion aphid

Neotoxoptera formosana

A species of Neotoxoptera

The aphid is a carrier of garlic latent potyvirus and alstroemeria mosaic potyvirus.

General Info About Onion aphid
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Attributes of Onion aphid
Adult Food Sources
Plant sap from leaves, stems of host plants, flower nectar
Larva Food Source
Plant sap from leaves, stems of host plants, flower nectar
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Venomous
Not reported
Non-poisonous
Not reported
Borer
Not reported
Pollinator
Not reported
Pest-Eating Predatory
Not reported
Phytophagous
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Life Cycle of Onion aphid
Egg The egg phase is where the life of onion aphid begins. Typically, eggs are laid in clusters and are small, oval, and initially translucent, turning more opaque as development progresses.
Nymph Upon hatching, nymphs resemble miniature, wingless adults. Over successive molts, onion aphid increases in size, and wing pads begin to appear. Coloring can vary but is generally muted to blend with the environment.
Adult Emerging from the final molt, the adult onion aphid displays fully developed wings and functional reproductive organs. The body is fully sclerotized and pigmented. The primary focus of this stage is mating and laying eggs.
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Predators of Adult Onion aphid
Birds, insectivorous mammals such as some monkey species, spiders, insect predators like lady beetles (coccinellidae), mantises, and hoverflies (syrphidae)., parasitoid wasps
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Interesting Facts About Onion aphid
The onion aphid exhibits astonishing precision in manipulating plant hormones to create their own safe havens, known as galls, on host leaves.
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Scientific Classification of Onion aphid
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Youth Habitat of Onion aphid
Agricultural and Cultivated Areas, Forests and Woodlands, Grasslands and Prairies, Urban and Suburban Areas
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Habitat Preferences of Onion aphid Through Different Life Stages
The eggs of onion aphid are commonly laid on the underside of host plant leaves, providing a sheltered environment. As nymphs, onion aphid reside on the soft shoots, stems, and undersides of leaves where they can feed on the sap undisturbed. The adults typically populate the same areas as nymphs, congregating in large numbers. Searching for onion aphid involves examining the host plants, looking under leaves, and inspecting new growth, where they usually inhabit. Special attention should be given to areas that show signs of onion aphid presence, such as curled or yellowing leaves and the honeydew they excrete, which may also attract ants.
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Harmful Effects of Onion aphid
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Agricultural Pests

Infestation by onion aphid can range from mild to severe. As both adults and nymphs feed on plant fluids, they cause stunted growth, wilting, and distorted leaves. In high numbers, they might lead to significant yield losses and even plant death. The resultant stress can also predispose plants to secondary infections, potently affecting agricultural productivity and human food supplies.

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