Arytaina genistae
This record describes Arytaina genistae (species). Recorded family: Psyllidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
This psyllid has no genal cones, and is associated with Broom. The colour of the body is variable from green to brown, but the wings have diagnostic dark streaks. Arytainilla spartiophila is also associated with broom, but the wings do not have dark streaks Good quality photographs, preferably of a specimen, showing head and wing venation; note the associated plant species On broom ( Cytisus scoparius ) but it will also overwinter on conifers. https://www.britishbugs.org.uk/homoptera/Psylloidea/Arytaina_genistae.html No additional images available for this species.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Sternorrhyncha
- Superfamily
- Psylloidea
- Family
- Psyllidae
- Subfamily
- Psyllinae
- Genus
- Arytaina
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
On broom (
Seasonal Activity
All year.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Common and widespread in Britain.
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Arytaina genistae. 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 Arytaina genistae (3)
Frequently Asked Questions About Arytaina genistae
What is Arytaina genistae?
Arytaina genistae is a species in the family Psyllidae, within the order Hemiptera.
Where is Arytaina genistae found?
Habitat: On broom (
When is Arytaina genistae active?
Arytaina genistae: seasonal activity - All year..