Aphididae May 2026

: Arose in the late Cretaceous (~100 Mya), with a major radiation occurring roughly 10 Mya alongside angiosperms. 🪲 Physical Characteristics

Aphididae is a family of small, soft-bodied insects known as or plant lice, encompassing over 5,000 described species. They are among the most successful and destructive pests in northern temperate regions, recognized for their complex life cycles and ability to transmit plant viruses. 🧬 Taxonomy & Evolution aphididae

: Seasonal migration between a primary (woody) host and a secondary (herbaceous) host. 🤝 Ecological Relationships : Arose in the late Cretaceous (~100 Mya),

: Targeted by ladybugs, lacewings, hoverfly larvae, and parasitic wasps. encompassing over 5