Bactericera antennata
This record describes Bactericera antennata (species). Recorded family: Triozidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Head emarginate anteriorly, antennae very long when compared to other Triozidae, segments 1-2 red, 3-5 white, 6-10 black. Fore femurs slightly enlarged; genae slightly swollen ventrally. Males generally black with green abdomen; females reddish. Tibia and tarsi white, abdomen with white dorsal stripe, head and thorax with light markings.
Classification
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e. US (OH-AR to UT-TX) to AZ / Mex. to Panama - Map
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Host: Polygonum ; Rudbeckia
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Bactericera antennata. 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 Bactericera antennata (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by Chris Mallory; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Bactericera antennata
What is Bactericera antennata?
Bactericera antennata is a species in the family Triozidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Bactericera antennata?
3-3.5mm
How do you identify Bactericera antennata?
Head emarginate anteriorly, antennae very long when compared to other Triozidae, segments 1-2 red, 3-5 white, 6-10 black. Fore femurs slightly enlarged; genae slightly swollen ventrally. Males generally black with green abdomen; females reddish. Tibia and tarsi white, abdomen with white dorsal stripe, head and thorax with light markings.
Where is Bactericera antennata found?
Range: e. US (OH-AR to UT-TX) to AZ / Mex. to Panama - Map
What does Bactericera antennata eat?
The diet of the Bactericera antennata includes Host: Polygonum ; Rudbeckia.