Adelges (Adelges) tardoides (Cholodkovsky, 1911)

Diagnosis

In most respects similar to A. laricis . Al. gallicolae: ant. III longer than IV; glands (including premarginal) developed, abundant wax wool produced. Holocyclic and dioecious, alternating between Picea and Larix (see also p. 25). Galls 5–15 mm, widely dispersed, usually singly on their branch, opening late June–September. Gallicolae emerge from late July to August; secreting abundant wax.

Recorded primary hosts

Pinaceae: Picea abies .

Distribution

Europe. Not yet in the Nordic countries.