Arboridia parvula
This record describes Arboridia parvula (species). Recorded family: Cicadellidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Length 2.5 - 3.1mm. Two prominent spots on the vertex and four small marks at the front of the pronotum. The forewings have dark streaks along the two long cells closest to the midline, and the lower part of the face is blackish. Very similiar to A ribauti, but smaller, and not associated with trees Photographs from side and top down; note the host plant/habitat, and measure the specimen. Most likely to be found on calcareous soils, often associated with common rockrose. Local (ref: UK Auchenorrhyncha checklist 2021 ) https://www.britishbugs.org.uk/homoptera/Cicadellidae/Arboridia_parvula.html No additional images available for this species.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera
- Family
- Cicadellidae
- Genus
- Arboridia
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Most likely to be found on calcareous soils, often associated with common rockrose.
Seasonal Activity
Adult: February to September.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Local (ref:
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Arboridia parvula. 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 Arboridia parvula (2)
Frequently Asked Questions About Arboridia parvula
What is Arboridia parvula?
Arboridia parvula is a species in the family Cicadellidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Arboridia parvula?
2.5 - 3.1mm. Two prominent spots on the vertex and four small marks at the front of the pronotum. The forewings have dark streaks along the two long cells closest to the midline, and the lower part of the face is blackish.
Where is Arboridia parvula found?
Habitat: Most likely to be found on calcareous soils, often associated with common rockrose.
When is Arboridia parvula active?
Arboridia parvula: seasonal activity - Adult: February to September..