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Aphid (winged form)

Superfamily Aphidoidea, Family Aphididae

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When host plant quality becomes poor or conditions become crowded, some aphid species produce winged offspring, "alates", that can disperse to other food sources. (Wikipedia).

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PublishedOctober 23, 2013

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