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California scale

Diaspidiotus perniciosus

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The California scale (Diaspidiotus perniciosus) is a species in the genus Diaspidiotus. Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (Japan, Taiwan), Europe (23 countries), and North America (United States).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Arthropoda (Arthropods)

Class

Insecta (Insects)

Order

Hemiptera (Hemiptera)

Species

Diaspidiotus perniciosus (California scale)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish escama de San Jose

French Pou de St-Jose

Russian kaliforniiskaya ili vrednaya shitovka

Similar Species in Diaspidiotus

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European fruit scale

Diaspidiotus ostreaeformis

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Zonate Armoured Scale

Diaspidiotus zonatus

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of California scale?

The scientific name of California scale is Diaspidiotus perniciosus. It belongs to the genus Diaspidiotus.

Where does California scale live?

California scale is found in Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (Japan, Taiwan), Europe (23 countries), and North America (United States).. Countries include Albania, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Germany, Greece.

What family does California scale belong to?

California scale (Diaspidiotus perniciosus) belongs to the genus Diaspidiotus, which is part of the taxonomic family Diaspididae.

What kingdom does California scale belong to?

California scale (Diaspidiotus perniciosus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of California scale?

The closest relatives of California scale in the genus Diaspidiotus include European fruit scale, Zonate Armoured Scale.