Eutettix luridus
This record describes Eutettix luridus (species). Recorded family: Cicadellidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Elytra usually dark in color, with paler spot near apex of clavus ● scutellum creamy yellow, with dark basal angles (empasis added) ● face light brown, sutures darker Det. Ken Allen, 2012
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
- Platymetopiini
- Genus
- Eutettix
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Taken from oak shrubs
Geographic Range
Mostly e.US - Map
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: luridus (L). 'pale yellow'
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Eutettix luridus. 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 Eutettix luridus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Ken Wolgemuth; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , Robert Lord Zimlich , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Eutettix luridus
What is Eutettix luridus?
Eutettix luridus is a species in the family Cicadellidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Eutettix luridus?
6 mm
How do you identify Eutettix luridus?
Elytra usually dark in color, with paler spot near apex of clavus ● scutellum creamy yellow, with dark basal angles (empasis added) ● face light brown, sutures darker Det. Ken Allen, 2012
Where is Eutettix luridus found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Taken from oak shrubs |
| Range | Mostly e.US - Map |