Papaya mealybug, Paracoccus marginatus

Papaya mealybug is found at low levels on banana, particularly in colonies of other mealybugs.
Paracoccus-marginatus-on-banana Papaya mealybug, Paracoccus marginatus infests banana, usually at low levels. The mealybug cooccurs with other mealybugs on banana. acerophagus Acerophagus papayae, an exotic parasitoid, has established in India and keeps Paracoccus marginatus in check. Acerophagus-papayae Acerophagus papayae - lateral view