Aphididae <HD • UHD>

: Arose in the late Cretaceous (~100 Mya), with a major radiation occurring roughly 10 Mya alongside angiosperms. 🪲 Physical Characteristics

: Pair of tube-like structures on the abdomen used to secrete defensive fluids and alarm pheromones. aphididae

Aphididae is a family of small, soft-bodied insects known as or plant lice, encompassing over 5,000 described species. They are among the most successful and destructive pests in northern temperate regions, recognized for their complex life cycles and ability to transmit plant viruses. 🧬 Taxonomy & Evolution : Arose in the late Cretaceous (~100 Mya),

: Giving birth to live young; embryos are often already developing inside newborns (telescoping generations). encompassing over 5

: Asexual reproduction where females produce live clones of themselves, allowing for explosive population growth.