Aphididae
Aphididae is the largest family of aphids, a group of small sap-sucking insects in the order Hemiptera. Within the superfamily Aphidoidea, Aphididae contains the majority of described aphid species. They are distributed worldwide and occupy a wide range of plant hosts, from crops to ornamentals and wild plants.
Aphids in this family are typically soft-bodied and small, often less than a few millimeters in length.
Life cycles in Aphididae are diverse but many species exhibit complex seasonal patterns. In favorable conditions,
Ecology and economic importance: Aphids excrete honeydew, which can foster secondary microbial growth, and ants may
Management often relies on natural enemies such as predatory insects and parasitoid wasps, along with cultural