Hadoa bifida
This record describes Hadoa bifida (species). Recorded family: Cicadidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Described as similar in appearance to dealbatus but much smnaller. This cicada is said to be very pruinose and to possess a well defined broken pruinose stripe running along the dorsum of the abdomen. Refer to: The Southwestern Naturalist 56:363-368. 2011 doi: 10.1894/F09-JC-44.1 Similar to Tibicen simplex A relatively small member of the Genus Tibicen and more closely related to members within the western complex of smaller species.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Auchenorrhyncha
- Superfamily
- Cicadoidea
- Family
- Cicadidae (Cicadas)
- Subfamily
- Cicadinae
- Tribe
- Tacuini
- Genus
- Hadoa
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
Colorado south into New Mexico (Western states along the Rockies and Great Plains regions) Range needs to be better defined as this incl. the Tibicen bifidus complex - incl. T. simplex.
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: bifidus is Latin for "cleft or divided into two parts". In this case it refers to a part of the male genitalia called the uncus.
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Hadoa bifida. 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 Hadoa bifida (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Joyce Gross; Additional contributions by cotinis , Chuck Entz , Bill Reynolds
Frequently Asked Questions About Hadoa bifida
What is Hadoa bifida?
Hadoa bifida is a species in the family Cicadidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How do you identify Hadoa bifida?
Described as similar in appearance to dealbatus but much smnaller. This cicada is said to be very pruinose and to possess a well defined broken pruinose stripe running along the dorsum of the abdomen.
Where is Hadoa bifida found?
Range: Colorado south into New Mexico (Western states along the Rockies and Great Plains regions) Range needs to be better defined as this incl. the Tibicen bifidus complex - incl. T. simplex.