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Mealybug destroyer

Cryptolaemus montrouzieri

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Widely distributed across Asia (Israel, Japan, Taiwan), Europe (13 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Chile).

🇦🇱 Albania 🇦🇹 Austria 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇨🇱 Chile 🇫🇷 France 🇬🇷 Greece 🇮🇱 Israel 🇮🇹 Italy 🇯🇵 Japan 🇳🇱 Netherlands 🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇷🇺 Russia 🇪🇸 Spain 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇺🇸 United States

Full Taxonomy

Animalia (Animals)

Arthropoda (Arthropods)

Insecta (Insects)

Coleoptera (Beetles)

Species

Cryptolaemus montrouzieri (Mealybug destroyer)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Mealybug destroyer?

The scientific name of Mealybug destroyer is Cryptolaemus montrouzieri. It belongs to the genus Cryptolaemus.

Where does Mealybug destroyer live?

Mealybug destroyer is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Israel, Japan, Taiwan), Europe (13 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Chile).. Countries include Albania, Austria, Belgium, Chile, France, Greece, Israel, Italy, Japan, Netherlands.

What family does Mealybug destroyer belong to?

Mealybug destroyer (Cryptolaemus montrouzieri) belongs to the genus Cryptolaemus, which is part of the taxonomic family Coccinellidae.

What kingdom does Mealybug destroyer belong to?

Mealybug destroyer (Cryptolaemus montrouzieri) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

Native Range — 18 Countries

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Genus Cryptolaemus — 1 Species

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Mealybug destroyer

Cryptolaemus montrouzieri

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Data verified March 2026

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