Errastunus ocellaris
This record describes Errastunus ocellaris (species). Recorded family: Cicadellidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
This species resembles members of the genus Latalus , but is unique in having reticulate venation in the claval region of the wings.
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
- Paralimnini
- Genus
- Errastunus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
in e. NA, common in non-native areas (lawns, old fields, etc.) (Dr Hamilton's comment); in the UK, common in a variety of grassland habitats
Geographic Range
native to Europe, adventive in NA. It is found throughout the eastern U.S. and Canada and stretches across Canada to British Columbia.
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Latalus ocellaris (Fallén 1806)
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Errastunus ocellaris. 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 Errastunus ocellaris (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Tony DiTerlizzi; Additional contributions by john and jane balaban , v belov , metrioptera , TurtleDude , antarctica
Frequently Asked Questions About Errastunus ocellaris
What is Errastunus ocellaris?
Errastunus ocellaris is a species in the family Cicadellidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How do you identify Errastunus ocellaris?
This species resembles members of the genus Latalus , but is unique in having reticulate venation in the claval region of the wings.
Where is Errastunus ocellaris found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | in e. NA, common in non-native areas (lawns, old fields, etc.) (Dr Hamilton's comment); in the UK, common in a variety of grassland habitats |
| Range | native to Europe, adventive in NA. It is found throughout the eastern U.S. and Canada and stretches across Canada to British Columbia. |