Aphrophora pectoralis
This record describes Aphrophora pectoralis (species). Recorded family: Aphrophoridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
A large froghopper (9-11mm) associated with willows and sallows ( Salix spp.). The basal third of the forewings are yellowish with an indistinct dark band behind this. Close examination of the external genitalia of females or dissection of the male will help to confirm identification. In females, the ovipositor is longer than the anal tube. In males, the outer corner of the style (paramere) is rounded (ref: Biedermann & Niedringhaus 2009). Other Aphrophora species, especially A salicina Good quality photographs that clearly show darker banding on forewings Common (ref: UK Auchenorrhyncha checklist, 2021 on British Bugs website) https://www.britishbugs.org.uk/homoptera/Aphrophoridae/Aphrophora_pectoralis.html
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera
- Family
- Aphrophoridae
- Genus
- Aphrophora
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
On willows and sallows.
Seasonal Activity
Summer-Autumn.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Common (ref: UK Auchenorrhyncha checklist, 2021 on
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Aphrophora pectoralis. 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 Aphrophora pectoralis (10)
Frequently Asked Questions About Aphrophora pectoralis
What is Aphrophora pectoralis?
Aphrophora pectoralis is a species in the family Aphrophoridae, within the order Hemiptera.
Where is Aphrophora pectoralis found?
Habitat: On willows and sallows.
When is Aphrophora pectoralis active?
Aphrophora pectoralis: seasonal activity - Summer-Autumn..