The occurrence of Pealius mori (Takahashi), Pealius machili Takahashi and Paraleyrodes minei Iaccarino (Hemiptera: Aleyrodidae) infesting Morus alba L. in Greece

SummaryPealius machili (Takahashi, 1935), the mulberry whitefly Pealius mori (Takahashi, 1932) and the nesting whitefly Paraleyrodes minei (Iaccarino, 1990) were found infesting mulberry in Greece. The first species is reported for first time outside China, the second species was recorded for the first time in Greece, and the third species represents a new association. A brief description, illustrations and information on distribution and potential damage and control of each species are provided. The first results showed that nymphs were parasitized, although at a low rate. The reported species developed high infestation levels and thus may become major pests of mulberries in the eastern Mediterranean region.