On 2 Feb 2013, at 16:08, arnold140@verizon.net wrote: > Here's an image of some pest I found this morning on the Tecophilaea. > > Any suggestions and treatment options. > > http://flickr.com/photos/88332547@N03/… As others have said, unquestionably aphids. If you dislike "chemical" pesticides, a cloth wet with soapy water will kill them in one wipe. Use real soap, not dish detergent. After treatment, keep your eyes open for reinfestation. A potentially serious pest because they can spread viral diseases. -- Rodger Whitlock Victoria, British Columbia, Canada Z. 7-8, cool Mediterranean climate