Gyponana geminata
This record describes Gyponana geminata (species). Recorded family: Cicadellidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
The wing venation is more diffuse, with larger cells than in similar-looking Gyponana 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
- Iassinae
- Tribe
- Gyponini
- Genus
- Gyponana
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
mostly coastal, riparian locations
Geographic Range
ne NA - Map
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Pine ( Pinus ).
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Gyponana geminata (Osborn, 1905)
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Gyponana geminata. 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 Gyponana geminata (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Troy Bartlett; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , ceiseman , antarctica
Frequently Asked Questions About Gyponana geminata
What is Gyponana geminata?
Gyponana geminata is a species in the family Cicadellidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How do you identify Gyponana geminata?
The wing venation is more diffuse, with larger cells than in similar-looking Gyponana species.
Where is Gyponana geminata found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | mostly coastal, riparian locations |
| Range | ne NA - Map |
What does Gyponana geminata eat?
The diet of the Gyponana geminata includes Pine ( Pinus )..