Asian Citrus Psyllid (Diaphorina citri)
The Asian citrus psyllid (ACP) is an invasive insect pest that primarily feeds on citrus and plants in the family Rutaceae. This insect was first documented in Florida in 1995 and is now widespread throughout much of the US citrus production regions. ACP is the primary vector in North America for the pathogen that causes the lethal citrus disease, Huanglongbing, commonly referred to as “citrus greening”.
The Asian citrus psyllid reproductive cycle, from egg to reproductive adult takes approximately two weeks under optimal conditions (abundant young leaves to feed on, ideal temperatures).
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