Clover Leafhopper
Aceratagallia sanguinolenta
This record describes Aceratagallia sanguinolenta (species). Recorded family: Cicadellidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Very short rounded wings distinguish it from other eastern spp. (there are western spp. with the same characteristic, however). (Dr Hamilton)
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Auchenorrhyncha
- Superfamily
- Membracoidea
- Family
- Cicadellidae (Typical Leafhoppers)
- Subfamily
- Megophthalminae
- Tribe
- Agalliini
- Genus
- Aceratagallia
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
mainly sandy areas
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Ceratagallia (Aceratagallia) sanguinolenta (Provancher 1872)
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Aceratagallia sanguinolenta. 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 Clover Leafhopper (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Hannah Nendick-Mason; Additional contributions by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Clover Leafhopper
What is Clover Leafhopper?
Clover Leafhopper (Aceratagallia sanguinolenta) is a species in the family Cicadellidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How do you identify Clover Leafhopper?
Very short rounded wings distinguish it from other eastern spp. (there are western spp. with the same characteristic, however). (Dr Hamilton)
Where is Clover Leafhopper found?
Habitat: mainly sandy areas