Agallia consobrina
This record describes Agallia consobrina (species). Recorded family: Cicadellidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Length 3.5 to 4 mm. Simililar in marking to others in this subfamily, but with a shagreened pronotum (a bobbly texture), rather than transverse striations or wrinkles. The black triangles at the base of the scutellum are separated from the sides. Good quality photos of a specimen must show details of pronotum and scutellum. Common (ref.: UK Auchenorrhyncha checklist 2021 on British Bugs website) https://www.britishbugs.org.uk/homoptera/Cicadellidae/Agallia_consobrina.html
Identification notes
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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
Among low plants.
Seasonal Activity
February to November.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Common (ref.:
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Agallia consobrina. 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 consobrina (5)
Frequently Asked Questions About Agallia consobrina
What is Agallia consobrina?
Agallia consobrina is a species in the family Cicadellidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Agallia consobrina?
3.5 to 4 mm. Simililar in marking to others in this subfamily, but with a shagreened pronotum (a bobbly texture), rather than transverse striations or wrinkles. The black triangles at the base of the scutellum are separated from the sides.
How do you identify Agallia consobrina?
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Where is Agallia consobrina found?
Habitat: Among low plants.
When is Agallia consobrina active?
Agallia consobrina: seasonal activity - February to November..