Gyponana striata
This record describes Gyponana striata (species). Recorded family: Cicadellidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
G. salsa and G. cacumina are similar but larger, slightly paler, and not found on hemlock
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.US
Diet and Behavior
Diet: the only leafhopper known to feed on hemlock ( Tsuga )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Gyponana striata (Burmeister 1839)
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Gyponana striata. 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 striata (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by tom murray; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , ceiseman , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Gyponana striata
What is Gyponana striata?
Gyponana striata is a species in the family Cicadellidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Gyponana striata?
8―9 mm
How do you identify Gyponana striata?
G. salsa and G. cacumina are similar but larger, slightly paler, and not found on hemlock
Where is Gyponana striata found?
Range: e.US
What does Gyponana striata eat?
The diet of the Gyponana striata includes the only leafhopper known to feed on hemlock ( Tsuga ).