Allygus mixtus
This record describes Allygus mixtus (species). Recorded family: Cicadellidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Length: 5.5 to 7 mm. A large species with numerous white cross-veins and black mottling on the forewings, and several dark dots (not lines) on the vertex A. modestus has distinct dark lines on the vertex This species can be identified from good quality photographs; these must show the vertex Deciduous and mixed woodlands, especially with oak. The adults can be found on various deciduous woody plants. Common. (ref.: UK Auchenorrhyncha checklist 2021 on British Bugs website) https://www.britishbugs.org.uk/homoptera/Cicadellidae/Allygus_mixtus.html
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
- Deltocephalinae
- Tribe
- Athysanini
- Genus
- Allygus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Deciduous and mixed woodlands, especially with oak. The adults can be found on various deciduous woody plants.
Seasonal Activity
Adult: June to October
Diet and Behavior
Life History
The nymphs probably feed on grasses.
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 Allygus mixtus. 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 Allygus mixtus (10)
Frequently Asked Questions About Allygus mixtus
What is Allygus mixtus?
Allygus mixtus is a species in the family Cicadellidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Allygus mixtus?
5.5 to 7 mm. A large species with numerous white cross-veins and black mottling on the forewings, and several dark dots (not lines) on the vertex
Where is Allygus mixtus found?
Habitat: Deciduous and mixed woodlands, especially with oak. The adults can be found on various deciduous woody plants.
When is Allygus mixtus active?
Allygus mixtus: seasonal activity - Adult: June to October.
What is the life cycle of a Allygus mixtus?
The nymphs probably feed on grasses.