Cactus Scattered Cochineal

Dactylopius opuntiae

The Cactus Scattered Cochineal (scientific name Dactylopius opuntiae) is species in LeafFauna's insects group, belonging to the genus Dactylopius. LeafFauna lists Cactus Scattered Cochineal among more than 25,000 animal species. Every photo is credited to its photographer and shown under its license. Open it in the LeafFauna app for more facts, a range map, sightings by month and more photos.