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Green peach aphid

Scientific Name: Myzus persicae
Common Name: Green peach aphid

The bluegreen aphid is a large aphid species, measuring up to 3 mm long as adults. Both the winged and wingless forms are a matt bluish-green in colour. This species prefers to feed on legumes and is a common pest of medic and sub-clover pastures. They are normally found on the upper part of the plant, particularly the growing points. They can transmit important plant virus diseases.

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