Cacama dissimilis
This record describes Cacama dissimilis (species). Recorded family: Cicadidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Additional details | Similar by most accounts to C. valvata. Described as a dark species with the basal area of the forewings slightly ochreous and opaque; anal membranes of all 4 wings orangish with the posterior margins being grey; 1st and 2nd transverse crossveins lightly infuscated (just as seen in valvata). TL - Sonora, Mex (Female) & Camp Grant, AZ, USA (Male) dissimilis (Mex): Described as a dark species with the basal area of the forewings slightly ochreous and opaque; anal membranes of all 4 wings orangish with the posterior margins being grey; 1st and 2nd transverse crossveins lightly infuscated (just as seen in valvata). vs. valvata (sw. USA & n. Mex.): C. valvata is described as having a straw-colored venter + dark wing bases. First cell at base of wing dark anteriorly then blending to an ochreous-tan. Basal wing veins may be tan or straw-colored (not variegated with orange). |
| Pronotum | Pronotum dark. vs. furcata (lower Calif. = Baja, Mex): It is important to mention that C. furcata is described as having an oranginsh venter and operculae + variegated orange and black at bases of wings. First cell at base of wing ochreous-tan and ~clear. |
| Pronotum | Pronotum dark with a light tan or brownish spot on front margin of each side. For additional info: Refer to pages 68-79 for details on the Genus Cacama and spp. occurring in the USA (for carbonaria see pp. 70 & 76) The Type Locality & original description of material from Arizona likely belongs to the recently described taxon, Cacama moorei and not C. dissimilis NOTE: TL - Sonora, Mex (Female) & Camp Grant, AZ, USA (Male) Cacama moorei sp. n. Sanborn & M. Heath |
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Auchenorrhyncha
- Superfamily
- Cicadoidea
- Family
- Cicadidae (Cicadas)
- Subfamily
- Cicadinae
- Tribe
- Tacuini
- Genus
- Cacama (Cactus Dodgers)
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
TL - "Sonora, Mex" (Female) & "Camp Grant, AZ, USA" (Male) Extent of RANGE is not clearly defined: sw. USA may include NM-AZ extending s. into adj. Mexico (????)
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Cacama dissimilis. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cacama dissimilis
What is Cacama dissimilis?
Cacama dissimilis is a species in the family Cicadidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How do you identify Cacama dissimilis?
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Additional details | Similar by most accounts to C. valvata. Described as a dark species with the basal area of the forewings slightly ochreous and opaque; anal membranes of all 4 wings orangish with the posterior margins being grey; 1st and 2nd transverse crossveins lightly infuscated (just as seen in valvata). TL - Sonora, Mex (Female) & Camp Grant, AZ, USA (Male) dissimilis (Mex): Described as a dark species with the basal area of the forewings slightly ochreous and opaque; anal membranes of all 4 wings orangish with the posterior margins being grey; 1st and 2nd transverse crossveins lightly infuscated (just as seen in valvata). vs. valvata (sw. USA & n. Mex.): C. valvata is described as having a straw-colored venter + dark wing bases. First cell at base of wing dark anteriorly then blending to an ochreous-tan. Basal wing veins may be tan or straw-colored (not variegated with orange). |
| Pronotum | Pronotum dark. vs. furcata (lower Calif. = Baja, Mex): It is important to mention that C. furcata is described as having an oranginsh venter and operculae + variegated orange and black at bases of wings. First cell at base of wing ochreous-tan and ~clear. |
| Pronotum | Pronotum dark with a light tan or brownish spot on front margin of each side. For additional info: Refer to pages 68-79 for details on the Genus Cacama and spp. occurring in the USA (for carbonaria see pp. 70 & 76) |
Where is Cacama dissimilis found?
Range: TL - Sonora, Mex (Female) & Camp Grant, AZ, USA (Male) Extent of RANGE is not clearly defined: sw. USA may include NM-AZ extending s. into adj. Mexico (????)