Hayhurstia atriplicis
This record describes Hayhurstia atriplicis (species). Recorded family: Aphididae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
The aphid Hayhurstia atriplicis galls the leaves of Fat-hen and Orache, rolling the leaves or bracteoles upwards along the midrib, often several leaves affected. Wherever the host plants occur – often on waste ground or disturbed soil. The galls may be found when the host plants are in leaf. Widespread and fairly frequent in Britain. https://influentialpoints.com/Gallery/Hayhurstia_atriplicis_chenopodium_aphid.htm
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Sternorrhyncha
- Superfamily
- Aphidoidea
- Family
- Aphididae (Aphids)
- Subfamily
- Aphidinae
- Tribe
- Macrosiphini
- Genus
- Hayhurstia
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Wherever the host plants occur – often on waste ground or disturbed soil.
Seasonal Activity
The galls may be found when the host plants are in leaf.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Widespread and fairly frequent in Britain.
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Hayhurstia atriplicis. 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 Hayhurstia atriplicis (7)
Frequently Asked Questions About Hayhurstia atriplicis
What is Hayhurstia atriplicis?
Hayhurstia atriplicis is a species in the family Aphididae, within the order Hemiptera.
Where is Hayhurstia atriplicis found?
Habitat: Wherever the host plants occur – often on waste ground or disturbed soil.
When is Hayhurstia atriplicis active?
Hayhurstia atriplicis: seasonal activity - The galls may be found when the host plants are in leaf..