🐾

Mediterranean fig scale

Lepidosaphes ulmi

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Widely distributed across Asia (Japan, Taiwan), Europe (6 countries), and North America (United States).

Names in Other Languages

French cochenille virgule du figuier
German Kommaschildlaus

Similar Species in Lepidosaphes

Explore More

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Mediterranean fig scale?
The scientific name of Mediterranean fig scale is Lepidosaphes ulmi. It belongs to the genus Lepidosaphes.
Where does Mediterranean fig scale live?
Mediterranean fig scale is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Japan, Taiwan), Europe (6 countries), and North America (United States).. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Japan, Luxembourg, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, Taiwan, United States.
What family does Mediterranean fig scale belong to?
Mediterranean fig scale (Lepidosaphes ulmi) belongs to the genus Lepidosaphes, which is part of the taxonomic family Diaspididae.
What kingdom does Mediterranean fig scale belong to?
Mediterranean fig scale (Lepidosaphes ulmi) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).
What are the closest relatives of Mediterranean fig scale?
The closest relatives of Mediterranean fig scale in the genus Lepidosaphes include Glover scale, Machilus oystershell, Newstead scale.

Native Range — 9 Countries

Nature FYI Family

Explore more of the natural world across our sister sites.

Part of the Nature FYI family — FYIPedia