Gyponana hasta
This record describes Gyponana hasta (species). Recorded family: Cicadellidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Superficially resembling angulata in form and general appearance but distinguished from it by the form of the aedeagus and styles of the male genitalia. Vertex rather strongly produced, about two-thirds as long at middle as basal width between eyes. Yellow, tinged with green, unmarked. - DeLong, 1942
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
Geographic Range
western U.S.
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Gyponana hasta. 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 hasta (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Brad Barnd; Additional contributions by antarctica
Frequently Asked Questions About Gyponana hasta
What is Gyponana hasta?
Gyponana hasta is a species in the family Cicadellidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Gyponana hasta?
♂ 7.5mm, ♀ 9mm
How do you identify Gyponana hasta?
Superficially resembling angulata in form and general appearance but distinguished from it by the form of the aedeagus and styles of the male genitalia. Vertex rather strongly produced, about two-thirds as long at middle as basal width between eyes. Yellow, tinged with green, unmarked. - DeLong, 1942
Where is Gyponana hasta found?
Range: western U.S.