Alebra wahlbergi
This record describes Alebra wahlbergi (species). Recorded family: Cicadellidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
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
- Typhlocybinae
- Tribe
- Alebrini
- Genus
- Alebra
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
native to, and widespread across Europe, adventive in NA
Seasonal Activity
adults Jun-Sep in the UK
Diet and Behavior
Diet: various trees, in our area mainly maples
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Alebra wahlbergi Boheman 1845
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Alebra wahlbergi. 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 Alebra wahlbergi (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Beatriz Moisset; Additional contributions by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Alebra wahlbergi
How big is Alebra wahlbergi?
3.5-4.5 mm
Where is Alebra wahlbergi found?
Range: native to, and widespread across Europe, adventive in NA
What does Alebra wahlbergi eat?
The diet of the Alebra wahlbergi includes various trees, in our area mainly maples.
When is Alebra wahlbergi active?
Alebra wahlbergi: seasonal activity - adults Jun-Sep in the UK.