Hadoa inaudita
This record describes Hadoa inaudita (species). Recorded family: Cicadidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Unlike similar species, inauditus calls from an upside down (head down) position Song is a continuous, even, high pitched whine and often compared to that of T. canicularis . Similar song in the following species: Tibicen longioperculus Davis 1926 Tibicen inauditus Davis 1917 Tibicen texanus (syn. tigrina Davis 1927)
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
Habitat
Open areas in and among scrubby junipers
Geographic Range
western US, east of the Rockies Colorado, Oklahoma (?) & w. Texas...+ ?? possibly adj. n. Mexico
Seasonal Activity
June-July
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Based on associations, host preference is thought to be Juniperus spp. (conifers)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: inauditus is Latin for "unheard of, new"
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Hadoa inaudita. 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 inaudita (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by Jeffrey Cole; Additional contributions by cotinis , Chuck Entz , Bill Reynolds
Frequently Asked Questions About Hadoa inaudita
What is Hadoa inaudita?
Hadoa inaudita is a species in the family Cicadidae, within the order Hemiptera.
Where is Hadoa inaudita found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Open areas in and among scrubby junipers |
| Range | western US, east of the Rockies Colorado, Oklahoma (?) & w. Texas...+ ?? possibly adj. n. Mexico |
What does Hadoa inaudita eat?
The diet of the Hadoa inaudita includes Based on associations, host preference is thought to be Juniperus spp. (conifers).
When is Hadoa inaudita active?
Hadoa inaudita: seasonal activity - June-July.