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I found a tree branch with what looked like a fungus on it. I took a video and later zoomed in and realized it was insects. Hoping to identify them. T...
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Identification of odd Insect #879891
Asked August 02, 2024, 12:06 PM EDT
I found a tree branch with what looked like a fungus on it. I took a video and later zoomed in and realized it was insects. Hoping to identify them. Thanks.
Houston County Minnesota
Expert Response
Good Morning Dan,
Thank you for contacting the U of M Extension Service.
From viewing your photo, I believe it is the Beech Blight Aphid: https://content.ces.ncsu.edu/beech-blight-aphid
Please review the above information about the aphid.
Good Luck!