Aphis epilobii
This record describes Aphis epilobii (species). Recorded family: Aphididae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Adult apterae of Aphis epilobii are dark blackish-green to reddish-brown, but often appear dark-grey to pinkish-brown because of a rather uniform powdering of wax. The alate has marginal postsiphuncular and small marginal sclerites, but no dorsal cross bands in front of the siphunculi. Good close-up photographs required. Please state the host plant. It feeds on Broad-leaved Willowherb or more rarely other Willowherb species. From late spring with sexual forms occurring in autumn. Aphis epilobii is not usually ant attended. Thought to be fairly frequent, although true status in Britain is difficult to determine due to lack of records. https://influentialpoints.com/Gallery/Aphis_epilobii_willowherb_aphid.htm No additional images available for this species.
Classification
Habitat and Range
Habitat
It feeds on Broad-leaved Willowherb or more rarely other Willowherb species.
Seasonal Activity
From late spring with sexual forms occurring in autumn.
Diet and Behavior
Life History
Aphis epilobii
Additional species information
Recorded status
Thought to be fairly frequent, although true status in Britain is difficult to determine due to lack of records.
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Aphis epilobii. 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 Aphis epilobii (3)
Frequently Asked Questions About Aphis epilobii
What is Aphis epilobii?
Aphis epilobii is a species in the family Aphididae, within the order Hemiptera.
Where is Aphis epilobii found?
Habitat: It feeds on Broad-leaved Willowherb or more rarely other Willowherb species.
When is Aphis epilobii active?
Aphis epilobii: seasonal activity - From late spring with sexual forms occurring in autumn..
What is the life cycle of a Aphis epilobii?
Aphis epilobii