Cuerna sayi
This record describes Cuerna sayi (species). Recorded family: Cicadellidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Forewing color does not consistently distinguish this species from C. fenestella. Distinctive characters are the long, curved macrosetae on the female metatibiae and the shape of the male aedeagus.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Auchenorrhyncha
- Superfamily
- Membracoidea
- Family
- Cicadellidae (Typical Leafhoppers)
- Subfamily
- Cicadellinae
- Tribe
- Proconiini
- Genus
- Cuerna
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
much of the n. US (NY-WV-KS) & AB State/Province Records: CAN: AB USA: IA, KS, MD, MN, MT, NE, NY, SD, WI
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Cuerna sayi Nielson, 1965
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Cuerna sayi. 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 Cuerna sayi (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Bbarnd , TurtleDude , PaleoJon
Frequently Asked Questions About Cuerna sayi
What is Cuerna sayi?
Cuerna sayi is a species in the family Cicadellidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How do you identify Cuerna sayi?
Forewing color does not consistently distinguish this species from C. fenestella. Distinctive characters are the long, curved macrosetae on the female metatibiae and the shape of the male aedeagus.
Where is Cuerna sayi found?
Range: much of the n. US (NY-WV-KS) & AB State/Province Records: CAN: AB USA: IA, KS, MD, MN, MT, NE, NY, SD, WI