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Oleander Aphids

Aphis nerii

Description:

Oleander Aphids, Aphis nerii, can cause serious damage and stunted growth in Milkweed plants. Very unfortunate for Monarch Caterpillars and other bugs which survive on Milkweed as a form of defense!



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2 Comments

Jakubko
Jakubko 10 months ago

Thanks, Gerardo! :) Not too great for the Monarchs...

Gerardo Aizpuru
Gerardo Aizpuru 10 months ago

That is a great spotting :)

New York, USA

Lat: 42.35, Long: -74.02

Spotted on Jul 9, 2012
Submitted on Jul 12, 2012

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