Two-striped Planthopper
Acanalonia bivittata
This record describes Acanalonia bivittata (species). Recorded family: Acanaloniidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Reticulation prominent over all the forewings usually green (occasionally pink) with broad prominently-veined wings held vertically; reddish stripe along inner edge of wing the most common and widespread member of the genus
Wikipedia reference for Acanalonia bivittata: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Acanalonia_bivittata.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Auchenorrhyncha
- Superfamily
- Fulgoroidea
- Family
- Acanaloniidae (Acanaloniid Planthoppers)
- Genus
- Acanalonia
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
fields, shrublands, wood edges on shoots or leaves of trees, shrubs, herbaceous plants
Geographic Range
e. US (ME-FL west to MN-TX) and so. ON
Diet and Behavior
Diet: polyphagous
Life History
Life cycle stages (MJ Hatfield)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Acanalonia bivittata (Say 1825)
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Acanalonia bivittata. Species-specific details appear above.
Group overview
Hemiptera (true bugs) includes over 80,000 described species across cicadas, aphids, leafhoppers, shield bugs, and bed bugs. Aphids alone cost global agriculture an estimated $2.5 billion annually in crop losses.
Ecological role of the group
Many Hemiptera are essential food sources for birds and predatory insects. Cicadas provide massive nutrient pulses during emergence events - a single Brood X emergence can involve trillions of individuals across 15 states.
Economic and practical significance of the group
The brown marmorated stink bug (Halyomorpha halys) caused $37 million in apple crop losses in a single year in the U.S. Mid-Atlantic region. Bed bug infestations in the U.S. increased by 500% between 2001-2010, costing the hotel industry hundreds of millions annually.
Recorded sources for this group: USDA, EPA, University research. Imported estimates may describe particular regions or reporting periods.
Photos of Two-striped Planthopper (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by Robin McLeod; Additional contributions by Beatriz Moisset , Mike Quinn , v belov , marcie oconnor
Frequently Asked Questions About Two-striped Planthopper
What is Two-striped Planthopper?
Two-striped Planthopper (Acanalonia bivittata) is a species in the family Acanaloniidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Two-striped Planthopper?
5.2-8.4 mm
How do you identify Two-striped Planthopper?
Reticulation prominent over all the forewings usually green (occasionally pink) with broad prominently-veined wings held vertically; reddish stripe along inner edge of wing
Where is Two-striped Planthopper found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | fields, shrublands, wood edges on shoots or leaves of trees, shrubs, herbaceous plants |
| Range | e. US (ME-FL west to MN-TX) and so. ON |
What does Two-striped Planthopper eat?
The diet of the Two-striped Planthopper includes polyphagous.
What is the life cycle of a Two-striped Planthopper?
Life cycle stages (MJ Hatfield)