Acutalis tartarea
This record describes Acutalis tartarea (species). Recorded family: Membracidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Acutalis tartarea (Acutalis tartarea) is a species in the family Membracidae, commonly known as typical treehoppers, belonging to the order Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies). It is classified within the subfamily Smiliinae, tribe Acutalini, suborder Auchenorrhyncha, superfamily Membracoidea. This species belongs to the genus Acutalis. As a member of class Insecta, phylum Arthropoda, it is part of the kingdom Animalia. Size: 4.0-4.5 mm. Active during mostly Apr-Oct.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Auchenorrhyncha
- Superfamily
- Membracoidea
- Family
- Membracidae (Typical Treehoppers)
- Subfamily
- Smiliinae
- Tribe
- Acutalini
- Genus
- Acutalis
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e. NA - Map
Seasonal Activity
mostly Apr-Oct ( 3 )
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Uses a variety of host plants: black locust, ragweed ( Ambrosia spp.), and various species of sunflower and goldenrod, etc.
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Acutalis tartarea ( Say 1830)
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Acutalis tartarea. 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 Acutalis tartarea (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by tom murray; Additional contributions by cotinis , Beatriz Moisset , Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Acutalis tartarea
What is Acutalis tartarea?
Acutalis tartarea is a species in the family Membracidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Acutalis tartarea?
4.0-4.5 mm
Where is Acutalis tartarea found?
Range: e. NA - Map
What does Acutalis tartarea eat?
The diet of the Acutalis tartarea includes Uses a variety of host plants: black locust, ragweed ( Ambrosia spp.), and various species of sunflower and goldenrod, etc..
When is Acutalis tartarea active?
Acutalis tartarea: seasonal activity - mostly Apr-Oct ( 3 ).