Papaya mealybug fact sheet

Papaya mealybug fact sheet

Papaya mealybug is a small, sap sucking insect that feeds on over 55 host plants, including papaya, avocado, citrus, cotton, and coffee. It is thought to be native to the Americas. This species is also found throughout Asia and the Pacific Islands, with recent detections in Africa. It is not found in Australia.