Ahmed, M.Z., & Deeter, L. 2022 Rapid species-level hemolymph color test for all life stages of Nipaecoccus viridis (Newstead) (Hemiptera: Pseudococcidae), an invasive and regulatory pest in the United States. Journal of Applied Entomology DOI: 10.1111/jen.12985

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Notes: A 5-min haemolymph colour test of eggs, immatures and adults is species-specific to N. viridis. This test will allow for the identification of all life stages even when an adult female is not available. We discuss implementing this test in the field to help growers, researchers and regulators make preliminary identifications.