Milkweed Aphid , Oleander Aphid (Aphis nerii)
Order: | Homoptera |
Family: | Aphididae |
Genus: | Aphis |
Species: | nerii |
Regional
This bug has been reportedly found in the following regions:
Members' Notes:
Rating | Content |
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Neutral | On Feb 22, 2021, dordee from Silex, MO wrote: More of a question. What if after you have blasted them off with the hose, you surround the plants with cheesecloth for a time so they will go somewhere else. then you could uncover for the Monarchs? |
Negative | On Aug 8, 2011, firsttwelve from South Bend, IN (Zone 5a) wrote: Great comment by Magpye! |
Neutral | On Oct 17, 2006, Magpye from NW Qtr, AR (Zone 6a) wrote: The oleander aphid (Aphis nerii) is a distinct bright yellow aphid with black legs, antennae, cauda (tail-like appendage), and cornicles (tubes that extend from the abdomen). It is thought to originate in the Mediterranean and probably spread as oleanders were introduced around the world. The aphid is now found in tropical and temperate zones worldwide. |