Cyrtolobus arcuatus
This record describes Cyrtolobus arcuatus (species). Recorded family: Membracidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
This is one of the few that lacks a band across the front of the crest in the female; males are similar to those of C. fulginosus . Members of this genus do not exceed 7 mm in length. … Andy Hamilton, 26 September, 2008
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Auchenorrhyncha
- Superfamily
- Membracoidea
- Family
- Membracidae (Typical Treehoppers)
- Subfamily
- Smiliinae
- Tribe
- Smiliini
- Genus
- Cyrtolobus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e. US to CO
Seasonal Activity
April–June (peaks in May)
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Quercus velutina (black oak) in northern region of range, Quercus falcata (southern red oak) in southern region of range. Found less commonly on other red oak section species.
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Cyrtolobus arcuatus. 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 Cyrtolobus arcuatus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by john and jane balaban; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , antarctica
Frequently Asked Questions About Cyrtolobus arcuatus
What is Cyrtolobus arcuatus?
Cyrtolobus arcuatus is a species in the family Membracidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How do you identify Cyrtolobus arcuatus?
This is one of the few that lacks a band across the front of the crest in the female; males are similar to those of C. fulginosus . Members of this genus do not exceed 7 mm in length. … Andy Hamilton, 26 September, 2008
Where is Cyrtolobus arcuatus found?
Range: e. US to CO
What does Cyrtolobus arcuatus eat?
The diet of the Cyrtolobus arcuatus includes Quercus velutina (black oak) in northern region of range, Quercus falcata (southern red oak) in southern region of range. Found less commonly on other red oak section species..
When is Cyrtolobus arcuatus active?
Cyrtolobus arcuatus: seasonal activity - April–June (peaks in May).