Eurhadina concinna
This record describes Eurhadina concinna (species). Recorded family: Cicadellidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Length 4 mm. A pale leafhopper associated with oak. It has a fatter, flattened appearance compared to other Typhlocybinae. There is a short dark line on the outer apical vein. Nymphs are flattened and pale. with distinctive dark markings, but cannot be identifed. Three other Eurhadina species are associated with oak. The common Eurhadina pulchella and rare E kirschbaumi have a spot on the external apical vein, rather than a line. Eurhadina ribauti is very similar, but rarer; it can only be separated from E concinna by dissection of the male genitalia. Photograph showing apical area of forewing ; examination of internal male genitalia. Common (ref: UK Auchenorrhyncha checklist 2021 ) Few records, and none confirmed by dissection. It is probably under-recorded due to ID difficulties. https://www.britishbugs.org.uk/homoptera/Cicadellidae/Eurhadina_concinna.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
- Typhlocybinae
- Tribe
- Typhlocybini
- Genus
- Eurhadina
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Mainly oak
Seasonal Activity
Adult: June to November.
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 Eurhadina concinna. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Eurhadina concinna
What is Eurhadina concinna?
Eurhadina concinna is a species in the family Cicadellidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Eurhadina concinna?
4 mm. A pale leafhopper associated with oak. It has a fatter, flattened appearance compared to other Typhlocybinae. There is a short dark line on the outer apical vein. Nymphs are flattened and pale. with distinctive dark markings, but cannot be identifed.
Where is Eurhadina concinna found?
Habitat: Mainly oak
When is Eurhadina concinna active?
Eurhadina concinna: seasonal activity - Adult: June to November..