thistle aphid

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Found across Europe (6 countries) and North America (United States).

🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇪🇪 Estonia 🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇺🇸 United States

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Arthropoda (Arthropods)

Class

Insecta (Insects)

Order

Hemiptera (Hemiptera)

Family

Aphididae

Genus

Brachycaudus

Species

Brachycaudus cardui (thistle aphid)

Names in Other Languages

German Große Pflaumenblattlaus

Similar Species in Brachycaudus

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Aphid

Brachycaudus tragopogonis

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Aphid

Brachycaudus prunicola

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Dock aphid

Brachycaudus rumexicolens

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of thistle aphid?

The scientific name of thistle aphid is Brachycaudus cardui. It belongs to the genus Brachycaudus.

Where does thistle aphid live?

thistle aphid is found in Found across Europe (6 countries) and North America (United States).. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Estonia, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, United States.

What family does thistle aphid belong to?

thistle aphid (Brachycaudus cardui) belongs to the genus Brachycaudus, which is part of the taxonomic family Aphididae.

What kingdom does thistle aphid belong to?

thistle aphid (Brachycaudus cardui) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of thistle aphid?

The closest relatives of thistle aphid in the genus Brachycaudus include Aphid, Aphid, Dock aphid.