Deltocephalus pulicaris
This record describes Deltocephalus pulicaris (species). Recorded family: Cicadellidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Length 2.5 to 3.5 mm. A small dark leafhopper with brownish wings and vertex. The vertex usually has a number of small dark spots. Good photographs from a specimen required. Common (ref.: UK Auchenorrhyncha checklist 2021 ) https://www.britishbugs.org.uk/homoptera/Cicadellidae/Deltocephalus_pulicaris.html No additional images available for this species.
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
- Deltocephalinae
- Tribe
- Deltocephalini
- Genus
- Deltocephalus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Grassland.
Seasonal Activity
Summer- autumn.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Common (ref.:
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Deltocephalus pulicaris. 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 Deltocephalus pulicaris (6)
Frequently Asked Questions About Deltocephalus pulicaris
What is Deltocephalus pulicaris?
Deltocephalus pulicaris is a species in the family Cicadellidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Deltocephalus pulicaris?
2.5 to 3.5 mm. A small dark leafhopper with brownish wings and vertex. The vertex usually has a number of small dark spots.
Where is Deltocephalus pulicaris found?
Habitat: Grassland.
When is Deltocephalus pulicaris active?
Deltocephalus pulicaris: seasonal activity - Summer- autumn..