Arthaldeus pascuellus
This record describes Arthaldeus pascuellus (species). Recorded family: Cicadellidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Length 3 to 4 mm. A small greenish leafhopper. There are two short dark streaks at the tip of the vertex, and the frons (face) does not have a central longitudinal pale streak. Arthaldeus striifrons and A arenarius both have a pale longitudinal streak down the frons. A striifrons has been recorded in VC55 Good quality photographs showing vertex, and if possible, the face (frons). Common. (ref.: UK Auchenorrhyncha checklist 2021 on British Bugs website) https://www.britishbugs.org.uk/homoptera/Cicadellidae/Arthaldeus_pascuellus.html
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Auchenorrhyncha
- Superfamily
- Membracoidea
- Family
- Cicadellidae (Typical Leafhoppers)
- Subfamily
- Deltocephalinae
- Tribe
- Paralimnini
- Genus
- Arthaldeus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Dry grasslands.
Seasonal Activity
Adult: June to November.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Common. (ref.:
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Arthaldeus pascuellus. 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 Arthaldeus pascuellus (10)
Frequently Asked Questions About Arthaldeus pascuellus
What is Arthaldeus pascuellus?
Arthaldeus pascuellus is a species in the family Cicadellidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Arthaldeus pascuellus?
3 to 4 mm. A small greenish leafhopper. There are two short dark streaks at the tip of the vertex, and the frons (face) does not have a central longitudinal pale streak.
Where is Arthaldeus pascuellus found?
Habitat: Dry grasslands.
When is Arthaldeus pascuellus active?
Arthaldeus pascuellus: seasonal activity - Adult: June to November..