Course overview

The pink hibiscus mealybug (Maconellicoccus hirsutus) is an invasive insect that is currently in California and has the potential to have a profound impact on our agriculture and natural environment. A key to slowing the spread of pink hibiscus mealybug is early detection and rapid response, which requires education of citizens and resource professionals.  This course explores the pest's lifecycle, how they feed, travel and what to do if you see it in California.

Who should enroll?

Residents of California, Master Gardeners, Arborists, Nursery Professionals, and other stakeholders.

How to enroll

Continuing Education Units

• UC Master Gardeners are eligible for 1 hour of continuing education (CE) for completing this course.  

Need Help? 

• For assistance with login, course enrollment, contact campushelp@extension.org
• For assistance with progress through the course or certificate, contact mgtraining@ucanr.edu

The University of California Division of Agriculture & Natural Resources (UCANR) is an equal opportunity provider. (Complete nondiscrimination policy statement can be found at (pdf, opens in another window) http://ucanr.edu/sites/anrstaff/files/215244.pdf) 

Inquiries regarding ANR’s nondiscrimination policies may be directed to UCANR, Affirmative Action Compliance Officer, University of California, Agriculture and Natural Resources, 2801 Second Street, Davis, CA 95618, (530) 750-1343.

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The material and information presented here are for general education and information purposes only and do not constitute technical advice relating to individual and site-specific issues. Reach out to the University of California (UC) Cooperative Extension office in your county for unbiased, research-based solutions. Any reference to commercial products, companies, and organizations does not imply an endorsement by The Regents of the UC.