HemipteraCicadellidae – Typical Leafhoppers

Erythroneura bistrata

This record describes Erythroneura bistrata (species). Recorded family: Cicadellidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.

Identification and Appearance

Erythroneura bistrata - Erythroneura bistrata
Contributed by Charley Eiseman; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov

has a number of color forms; in all cases the red is very extensive but does not include the head. --Andy Hamilton

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
Typhlocybinae
Tribe
Erythroneurini
Genus
Erythroneura

Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.

Habitat and Range

Geographic Range

e. US ( map )

Diet and Behavior

Diet: Redbud

Additional species information

Species notes from the sources

Etymology: Erythroneura bistrata McAtee 1920

About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group

Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Erythroneura bistrata. 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.

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Photos of Erythroneura bistrata (5)

Erythroneura bistrata - photo 1
Contributed by Charley Eiseman; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov
Erythroneura bistrata - photo 2
Contributed by Charley Eiseman; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov
Erythroneura bistrata - photo 3
Contributed by Charley Eiseman; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov
Erythroneura bistrata - photo 4
Contributed by Charley Eiseman; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov
Erythroneura bistrata - photo 5
Contributed by Charley Eiseman; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov

Photo credits: Contributed by Charley Eiseman; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov

Frequently Asked Questions About Erythroneura bistrata

What is Erythroneura bistrata?

Erythroneura bistrata is a species in the family Cicadellidae, within the order Hemiptera.

How do you identify Erythroneura bistrata?

has a number of color forms; in all cases the red is very extensive but does not include the head. --Andy Hamilton

Where is Erythroneura bistrata found?

Range: e. US ( map )

What does Erythroneura bistrata eat?

The diet of the Erythroneura bistrata includes Redbud.

How we use and review source data. Source count does not imply independent verification.

Photo credits: Contributed by Charley Eiseman; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov. Contributors retain copyright over their individual contributions.