Scale gallery

This website contains images of all stages of life for the scale insect.
http://www.forestryimages.org/browse/subimages.cfm?SUB=313

Other pictures showing effects of scale on Pinyon Pine

^ Above are typical trees affected by scale. Notice the bare branches with new growth at the end, creating a poodle tail effect.

^ Above is a healthy tree. The needles are retained from year to year and new growth added, creating a fuller, more dense foliage. This specimen is a one needle variety of Pinyon Pine.

^ Bean, nymph or instar stage of life

^ Female scale at base of needle