Agallia brachyptera
This record describes Agallia brachyptera (species). Recorded family: Cicadellidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Length 2.5-3.5mm. The most distinctive species in this genus. Very short wings with dark streaks, abdomen with transverse bands. In dry sparsely vegetated habitats but also from fens and marshes. A scarce and local leafhopper largely confined mostly to the east of England. See: https://www.britishbugs.org.uk/homoptera/Cicadellidae/Agallia_brachyptera.html No additional images available for this species.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera
- Family
- Cicadellidae
- Genus
- Agallia
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
In dry sparsely vegetated habitats but also from fens and marshes.
Seasonal Activity
Summer-Autumn.
Additional species information
Recorded status
A scarce and local leafhopper largely confined mostly to the east of England.
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Agallia brachyptera. 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 Agallia brachyptera (2)
Frequently Asked Questions About Agallia brachyptera
What is Agallia brachyptera?
Agallia brachyptera is a species in the family Cicadellidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Agallia brachyptera?
2.5-3.5mm. The most distinctive species in this genus. Very short wings with dark streaks, abdomen with transverse bands.
Where is Agallia brachyptera found?
Habitat: In dry sparsely vegetated habitats but also from fens and marshes.
When is Agallia brachyptera active?
Agallia brachyptera: seasonal activity - Summer-Autumn..