Fatsia Psyllid
Cacopsylla fatsiae
This record describes Cacopsylla fatsiae (species). Recorded family: Psyllidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Wings | Wings with dark spot on tip of clavus; pterostigma large. |
| Antennae | Antennae as long as about twice the width of the head, genal cones as long as vertex. Associated with Fatsia japonica |
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
- Cacopsylla
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Adults are most common on the underside of leaves and on the petioles of Fatsia japonica
Geographic Range
Native to Japan; introduced in CA and BC
Seasonal Activity
There are multiple generations and all stages may be found throughout the year
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Fatsia japonica
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Cacopsylla fatsiae (Jensen, 1957)
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Cacopsylla fatsiae. 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 Fatsia Psyllid (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Chris Mallory; Additional contributions by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Fatsia Psyllid
What is Fatsia Psyllid?
Fatsia Psyllid (Cacopsylla fatsiae) is a species in the family Psyllidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Fatsia Psyllid?
3.75mm-4.35mm to wingtips
How do you identify Fatsia Psyllid?
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Wings | Wings with dark spot on tip of clavus; pterostigma large. |
| Antennae | Antennae as long as about twice the width of the head, genal cones as long as vertex. Associated with Fatsia japonica |
Where is Fatsia Psyllid found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Adults are most common on the underside of leaves and on the petioles of Fatsia japonica |
| Range | Native to Japan; introduced in CA and BC |
What does Fatsia Psyllid eat?
The diet of the Fatsia Psyllid includes Fatsia japonica.
When is Fatsia Psyllid active?
Fatsia Psyllid: seasonal activity - There are multiple generations and all stages may be found throughout the year.