Cyrtolobus ovatus
This record describes Cyrtolobus ovatus (species). Recorded family: Membracidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Likely two different entities under this name, a northern and southern, according to Mark Rothschild
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 c. TX plus ON - Map
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Primarily associated with Quercus nigra (water oak). Also found on other members of the red oak section (particularly falcata , rubra , and velutina ).
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Cyrtolobus ovatus Van Duzee 1908
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Cyrtolobus ovatus. 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 ovatus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Robin McLeod; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov , antarctica
Frequently Asked Questions About Cyrtolobus ovatus
What is Cyrtolobus ovatus?
Cyrtolobus ovatus is a species in the family Membracidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Cyrtolobus ovatus?
♀ 6 mm, ♂ 4 mm
Where is Cyrtolobus ovatus found?
Range: e. US to c. TX plus ON - Map
What does Cyrtolobus ovatus eat?
The diet of the Cyrtolobus ovatus includes Primarily associated with Quercus nigra (water oak). Also found on other members of the red oak section (particularly falcata , rubra , and velutina )..