Cyrtolobus pallidifrontis
This record describes Cyrtolobus pallidifrontis (species). Recorded family: Membracidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
It was previously incorrectly noted that this is the only Cyrtolobus with a dark band across the middle of the wings. A few other species exhibit this character including the similar C. gramatanus and the dark band most often only applies to the females in this species.
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. NA to CO - Map , mostly ne. NA
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Primarily associated with Quercus alba (white oak). Also common on Quercus prinus (chestnut oak). Rarely found on other oak species.
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Cyrtolobus pallidifrontis (Emmons 1854)
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Cyrtolobus pallidifrontis. 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 pallidifrontis (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by tom murray; Additional contributions by anitagould , Mike Quinn , antarctica
Frequently Asked Questions About Cyrtolobus pallidifrontis
What is Cyrtolobus pallidifrontis?
Cyrtolobus pallidifrontis is a species in the family Membracidae, within the order Hemiptera.
Where is Cyrtolobus pallidifrontis found?
Range: e. NA to CO - Map , mostly ne. NA
What does Cyrtolobus pallidifrontis eat?
The diet of the Cyrtolobus pallidifrontis includes Primarily associated with Quercus alba (white oak). Also common on Quercus prinus (chestnut oak). Rarely found on other oak species..