Eurhadina pulchella
This record describes Eurhadina pulchella (species). Recorded family: Cicadellidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Length 4 mm; associated with oak. It has a fatter, flattened appearance compared to other Typhlocybinae. Ground colour is variable - from whitish to pale yellow, bright yellow, pinkish-orange; sometimes heavily marked with dark brown. There is a black spot 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 rare E kirschbaumi has a smaller spot in a slightly different position on the external apical vein, and is associated with Quercus petraea , the Sessile Oak; it has not been recorded in VC55. Eurhadina concinna and E ribauti have a line rather than a spot. Photograph showing apical area of forewing ; state host species of oak. Common (ref: UK Auchenorrhyncha checklist 2021 ) https://www.britishbugs.org.uk/homoptera/Cicadellidae/Eurhadina_pulchella.html
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera
- Family
- Cicadellidae
- Genus
- Eurhadina
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Oak.
Seasonal Activity
Adult: July to October.
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 pulchella. 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 Eurhadina pulchella (9)
Frequently Asked Questions About Eurhadina pulchella
What is Eurhadina pulchella?
Eurhadina pulchella is a species in the family Cicadellidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Eurhadina pulchella?
4 mm; associated with oak. It has a fatter, flattened appearance compared to other Typhlocybinae. Ground colour is variable - from whitish to pale yellow, bright yellow, pinkish-orange; sometimes heavily marked with dark brown. There is a black spot on the outer apical vein. Nymphs are flattened and pale. with distinctive dark markings, but cannot be identifed.
Where is Eurhadina pulchella found?
Habitat: Oak.
When is Eurhadina pulchella active?
Eurhadina pulchella: seasonal activity - Adult: July to October..