Aradus quadrilineatus
This record describes Aradus quadrilineatus (species). Recorded family: Aradidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
The strongly thickened antennomere 3 and the strongly expanded median portion of the pronotum are diagnostic
Wikipedia reference for Aradus quadrilineatus: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aradus_quadrilineatus.
Classification
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Associated with Populus, Ulmus, Quercus, Fagus
Geographic Range
transcontinental in Canada (ranges far north), AK, e. half of the US (ME‒NC‒LA to WI‒KS); Panama
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Aradus quadrilineatus Say 1825
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Aradus quadrilineatus. 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 Aradus quadrilineatus (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by tom murray; Additional contributions by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Aradus quadrilineatus
What is Aradus quadrilineatus?
Aradus quadrilineatus is a species in the family Aradidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Aradus quadrilineatus?
♀ 8.0‒8.8 mm, ♂ 7.2‒7.6 mm
How do you identify Aradus quadrilineatus?
The strongly thickened antennomere 3 and the strongly expanded median portion of the pronotum are diagnostic
Where is Aradus quadrilineatus found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Associated with Populus, Ulmus, Quercus, Fagus |
| Range | transcontinental in Canada (ranges far north), AK, e. half of the US (ME‒NC‒LA to WI‒KS); Panama |