Acanalonia laticosta
This record describes Acanalonia laticosta (species). Recorded family: Acanaloniidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Greatest width of forewing approximately at apex of clavus; reticulation light; costal margin more greatly expanded The differences between A. parva and A. laticosta are subtle - the latter has the costal margin somewhat more enlarged and the venation less densely reticulate, especially in the lower half (near the costa), and the head is somewhat shorter and flatter. The only reliable character is probably the pregenital sternite in the female, which has a flat-bottomed notch at centre in A. parva while in A. laticosta it is toothed at centre. Doering's opinion that the overall wing shape and size will differentiate these species seems to be in error. (Andy Hamilton, 26.x.2010)
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
Geographic Range
TX - Map , mostly Waco to the Rio Grande
Seasonal Activity
Apr-Dec ( 3 )
Diet and Behavior
Diet: hosts: Prosopis, Siderocarpos flexicaulis (Fabaceae); Helenium, Anthemis arvensis, Chrysopsis (Asteraceae); Croton (Euphorbiaceae)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Acanalonia laticosta Doering 1933
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Acanalonia laticosta. 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 Acanalonia laticosta (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn; Additional contributions by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Acanalonia laticosta
What is Acanalonia laticosta?
Acanalonia laticosta is a species in the family Acanaloniidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How do you identify Acanalonia laticosta?
Greatest width of forewing approximately at apex of clavus; reticulation light; costal margin more greatly expanded The differences between A. parva and A. laticosta are subtle - the latter has the costal margin somewhat more enlarged and the venation less densely reticulate, especially in the lower half (near the costa), and the head is somewhat shorter and flatter. The only reliable character is probably the pregenital sternite in the female, which has a flat-bottomed notch at centre in A. parva while in A. laticosta it is toothed at centre. Doering's opinion that the overall wing shape and size will differentiate these species seems to be in error. (Andy Hamilton, 26.x.2010)
Where is Acanalonia laticosta found?
Range: TX - Map , mostly Waco to the Rio Grande
What does Acanalonia laticosta eat?
The diet of the Acanalonia laticosta includes hosts: Prosopis, Siderocarpos flexicaulis (Fabaceae); Helenium, Anthemis arvensis, Chrysopsis (Asteraceae); Croton (Euphorbiaceae).
When is Acanalonia laticosta active?
Acanalonia laticosta: seasonal activity - Apr-Dec ( 3 ).