Gyponana octolineata (+ cf. octolineata)
Gyponana octolineata
This record describes Gyponana octolineata (species). Recorded family: Cicadellidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Male tends to have the red marks confined to the body and the wing bases, whereas females are generally orange-red all over [per comment from Andy Hamilton]. G. gladia is typically more uniformly red-orange than in G. octolineata , which has the red typically confined to the wing veins (sometimes) and the thorax. However, the only way for a definitive ID is through analyses of male genitalia as variation does occur in color and wing reticulation among gladia and octolineata. Therefore, the individuals on this page are grouped based on general characteristics, and some individuals on G. gladia may pertain to dark, boldly red individuals of G. octolineata. [K. Kittelberger]
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
e. NA to PNW - Map
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Pines.
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Gyponana octolineata. 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 octolineata (+ cf. octolineata) (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by Troy Bartlett; Additional contributions by anitagould , Mike Quinn , ceiseman , Robert Lord Zimlich , TurtleDude , antarctica
Frequently Asked Questions About Gyponana octolineata (+ cf. octolineata)
What is Gyponana octolineata (+ cf. octolineata)?
Gyponana octolineata (+ cf. octolineata) (Gyponana octolineata) is a species in the family Cicadellidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How do you identify Gyponana octolineata (+ cf. octolineata)?
Male tends to have the red marks confined to the body and the wing bases, whereas females are generally orange-red all over [per comment from Andy Hamilton]. G. gladia is typically more uniformly red-orange than in G. octolineata , which has the red typically confined to the wing veins (sometimes) and the thorax. However, the only way for a definitive ID is through analyses of male genitalia as variation does occur in color and wing reticulation among gladia and octolineata. Therefore, the individuals on this page are grouped based on general characteristics, and some individuals on G. gladia may pertain to dark, boldly red individuals of G. octolineata. [K. Kittelberger]
Where is Gyponana octolineata (+ cf. octolineata) found?
Range: e. NA to PNW - Map
What does Gyponana octolineata (+ cf. octolineata) eat?
The diet of the Gyponana octolineata (+ cf. octolineata) includes Pines..