Physokermes piceae

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Physokermes piceae on spruce (click on image to enlarge it)
Author(s): Sandra Jensen, Cornell University
Source: IPM Images
Physokermes piceae on spruce (click on image to enlarge it)
Author(s): Steven Katovich, USDA Forest Service
Source: IPM Images

Physokermes hemicryphus (Dalman) - (spruce bud scale)

This species of scale insects is native to parts of central and eastern Europe, where it is considered an important producer of honeydew. However, it has been recorded also from Lithuania and Latvia since 2010 and caused serious outbreaks and damage to spruce trees.

Vernacular names
• Deutsch: große Fichtenquirlschildlaus
• English: spruce bud scale
• Français: cochenille des bourgeons de l'épinette