What's eating my cooper's haworthia (pilifera)?

Haworthia cooperi var. pilifera is most commonly attacked by mealybugs, particularly root mealybugs hidden beneath the soil surface or at the base of the translucent leaf tips. Spider mites can appear in very dry conditions. This compact succulent's low-light tolerance means it often sits in cooler spots where pests spread slowly, but early treatment is essential.

Unexplained decline, stunted growth, and wilting despite correct watering; white powdery wax visible on roots when unpotted Unpot, remove all soil, rinse roots, soak in dilute insecticidal soap for 5 minutes, and repot in fresh dry gritty succulent mix

White cottony wax at leaf bases and in the tight cluster centre; yellowing and soft, collapsing leaves Dab colonies with 70% isopropyl alcohol on a cotton swab; follow with an insecticidal soap spray; repeat weekly for 3–4 weeks

Fine webbing around the clustered leaves; translucent window tissue on leaf tips loses clarity and develops a dull stippled appearance Wipe leaves gently with a damp cloth, then apply insecticidal soap or neem oil; repeat every 5–7 days until clear