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potato aphid

Macrosiphum euphorbiae

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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (Israel, Japan), Europe (35 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Ecuador).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Arthropoda (Arthropods)

Class

Insecta (Insects)

Order

Hemiptera (Hemiptera)

Species

Macrosiphum euphorbiae (potato aphid)

Names in Other Languages

French puceron de la pomme de terre

German Grünstreifige Kartoffellaus

Similar Species in Macrosiphum

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Aphid

Macrosiphum hellebori

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Lupine Aphid

Macrosiphum albifrons

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of potato aphid?

The scientific name of potato aphid is Macrosiphum euphorbiae. It belongs to the genus Macrosiphum.

Where does potato aphid live?

potato aphid is found in Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (Israel, Japan), Europe (35 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Ecuador).. Countries include Albania, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Ecuador, Estonia.

What family does potato aphid belong to?

potato aphid (Macrosiphum euphorbiae) belongs to the genus Macrosiphum, which is part of the taxonomic family Aphididae.

What kingdom does potato aphid belong to?

potato aphid (Macrosiphum euphorbiae) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of potato aphid?

The closest relatives of potato aphid in the genus Macrosiphum include Aphid, Lupine Aphid, rose aphid.