Clastoptera lineatocollis
This record describes Clastoptera lineatocollis (species). Recorded family: Clastopteridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Similar to C. brunnea , but with the face of the female not extensively black, and in the male with a pale band extending across the lower part of the face (in C. brunnea the pale markings form two spots, one on each side). ( Dr. Hamilton's comment )
Wikipedia reference for Clastoptera lineatocollis: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clastoptera_lineatocollis.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Auchenorrhyncha
- Superfamily
- Cercopoidea
- Family
- Clastopteridae (Clastopterid Spittlebugs)
- Genus
- Clastoptera
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
w. US north to UT
Diet and Behavior
Diet: hosts: mostly Asteraceae (other hosts have been reported)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Clastoptera lineatocollis Stål 1854
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Clastoptera lineatocollis. 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 Clastoptera lineatocollis (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by Hannah Nendick-Mason; Additional contributions by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Clastoptera lineatocollis
What is Clastoptera lineatocollis?
Clastoptera lineatocollis is a species in the family Clastopteridae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Clastoptera lineatocollis?
♂ 3.0-3.2 mm, ♀ 3.3-3.8 mm
How do you identify Clastoptera lineatocollis?
Similar to C. brunnea , but with the face of the female not extensively black, and in the male with a pale band extending across the lower part of the face (in C. brunnea the pale markings form two spots, one on each side). ( Dr. Hamilton's comment )
Where is Clastoptera lineatocollis found?
Range: w. US north to UT
What does Clastoptera lineatocollis eat?
The diet of the Clastoptera lineatocollis includes hosts: mostly Asteraceae (other hosts have been reported).