Freysuila phorodendri
This record describes Freysuila phorodendri (species). Recorded family: Psyllidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
One of two mistletoe psyllids in North America, the other being Trioza phoradendri . That species belongs to a different family and the two are unlikely to be confused.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Sternorrhyncha
- Superfamily
- Psylloidea
- Family
- Psyllidae
- Subfamily
- Aphalaroidinae
- Genus
- Freysuila
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
CA, AZ
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Mistletoes ( Phoradendron ) including P. villosum, P. tomentosum, & 'P. pubescens'
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Freysuila phorodendri (Tuthill, 1939)
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Freysuila phorodendri. 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 Freysuila phorodendri (4)
Photo credits: Contributed by Chris Mallory
Frequently Asked Questions About Freysuila phorodendri
What is Freysuila phorodendri?
Freysuila phorodendri is a species in the family Psyllidae, within the order Hemiptera.
Where is Freysuila phorodendri found?
Range: CA, AZ
What does Freysuila phorodendri eat?
The diet of the Freysuila phorodendri includes Mistletoes ( Phoradendron ) including P. villosum, P. tomentosum, & 'P. pubescens'.