Archasia pallida
This record describes Archasia pallida (species). Recorded family: Membracidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Crest lower than the others in the genus (twice as long as high) and there are more black spots above the eye. The pale, striped legs also seem to be distinctive. --K.G.A. Hamilton, 2010
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Auchenorrhyncha
- Superfamily
- Membracoidea
- Family
- Membracidae (Typical Treehoppers)
- Subfamily
- Smiliinae
- Tribe
- Telamonini
- Genus
- Archasia
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e US to AZ - Map
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Quercus palustris (pin oak) Quercus phellos (willow oak) [Wallace, 2014]
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Archasia pallida (Fairmaire 1846)
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Archasia pallida. 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 Archasia pallida (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Ken Wolgemuth; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , Graham M , v belov , antarctica
Frequently Asked Questions About Archasia pallida
What is Archasia pallida?
Archasia pallida is a species in the family Membracidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Archasia pallida?
8-9 mm
How do you identify Archasia pallida?
Crest lower than the others in the genus (twice as long as high) and there are more black spots above the eye. The pale, striped legs also seem to be distinctive. --K.G.A. Hamilton, 2010
Where is Archasia pallida found?
Range: e US to AZ - Map
What does Archasia pallida eat?
The diet of the Archasia pallida includes Quercus palustris (pin oak) Quercus phellos (willow oak) [Wallace, 2014].