You’ll typically find these masses on leaves, stems, and in plant crevices.” The most common mealybug variety in plants is the citrus mealybug (Planococcus citri). Mealybugs often flock to ...

Lastly, the hibiscus mealybug, Nipaecoccus viridis, has emerged as a notable pest in Florida, affecting citrus production. Research has documented its biology, host plants, and management ...

Research found English Springer Spaniels were able to detect mealybugs and leafroll that can devastate grape harvests used ...

Dogs have also been used to detect infections in the citrus growing industry ... Large populations of mealybugs can stunt growth and cause premature leaf drop. The Royal Horticultural Society ...