Anoscopus serratulae
This record describes Anoscopus serratulae (species). Recorded family: Cicadellidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Males 3 to 4 mm (females to 4.5 mm). A small, rounded leafhopper. Males have pale brownish front parts and forewings with a pattern of darker bars and spots across the forewings. Females may be impossible to identify Photographs of males. Dissection of male genitalia required to confirm species. Common (ref.: UK Auchenorrhyncha checklist 2021 on British Bugs website) https://www.britishbugs.org.uk/homoptera/Cicadellidae/Aphrodes_serratulae.html No additional images available for this species.
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
- Aphrodinae
- Tribe
- Aphrodini
- Genus
- Anoscopus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Grassy areas.
Seasonal Activity
July to September.
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 Anoscopus serratulae. 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 Anoscopus serratulae (2)
Frequently Asked Questions About Anoscopus serratulae
What is Anoscopus serratulae?
Anoscopus serratulae is a species in the family Cicadellidae, within the order Hemiptera.
Where is Anoscopus serratulae found?
Habitat: Grassy areas.
When is Anoscopus serratulae active?
Anoscopus serratulae: seasonal activity - July to September..