Aphids (Hemiptera: Aphididae): Pests of apple

Abstract

Aphids are often present in apple orchards in Serbia. They represent a significant group of pests for which insecticides are regularly used. The most important species are: Aphis pomi, Aphis spiraecola, Dysaphis devecta, Dysaphis plantaginea, Dysaphis spp., Rhopalosiphum insertum and Eriosoma lanigerum. The paper provides basic data on the development of aphids and the most important data on their morphology, biology, distribution and harmfulness on apple plants. A species identification key is attached.