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piojo de los cítricos

Planococcus citri

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The Citrus mealybug (Planococcus citri) is a species in the genus Planococcus. Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Names in Other Languages

Spanish piojo de los cítricos
Portuguese cochonilha-algodao

Similar Species in Planococcus

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cotonet de la vid
Planococcus ficus
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Planococcus rifietoensis
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Nassonov's mealybug
Planococcus vovae
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Planococcus citreus
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Pseudococcidae
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of piojo de los cítricos?
The scientific name of piojo de los cítricos is Planococcus citri. It belongs to the genus Planococcus.
Where does piojo de los cítricos live?
piojo de los cítricos is found in Widely distributed across Asia (4 countries), Europe (24 countries), North America (Dominica, United States), and South America (Chile).. Countries include Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Chile, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Dominica, France.
What family does piojo de los cítricos belong to?
piojo de los cítricos (Planococcus citri) belongs to the genus Planococcus, which is part of the taxonomic family Pseudococcidae.
What kingdom does piojo de los cítricos belong to?
piojo de los cítricos (Planococcus citri) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).
What are the closest relatives of piojo de los cítricos?
The closest relatives of piojo de los cítricos in the genus Planococcus include cotonet de la vid, , Nassonov's mealybug, .

Native Range — 31 Countries

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Genus Planococcus — 5 Species

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cotonet de la vid
Planococcus ficus
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piojo de los cítricos
Planococcus citri
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Planococcus rifietoensis
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Nassonov's mealybug
Planococcus vovae
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Planococcus citreus
NE
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