Idiocerus cinctus
This record describes Idiocerus cinctus (species). Recorded family: Cicadellidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Additional details | Resembling formosus but smaller, paler in color with two conspicuous transverse bands and with simple antennae in the male. Vertex almost transverse, longer next the eyes than length at middle. Male antennae simple, without discs. Color yellow, face and vertex unmarked. |
| Pronotum | Pronotum milky white, anterior half mottled with brown. Scutellum with basal angles and a pair of large round spots on the disc, brown. |
| Elytra | Elytra milky white, transparent. A broad transverse band across apical third of clavus, the apex of elytra to base of apical cells and the anterior costal area, dark brown. Anterior half of outer claval vein brown, apical half white. Male plates rather broad and long. (DeLong & Caldwell, 1937) Like other members of this species group, this species may belong to the genus Tremulicerus Dlabola, 1974. |
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
- Eurymelinae
- Tribe
- Idiocerini
- Genus
- Idiocerus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
Pacific Northwest (type locality: Idaho City, Idaho)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Idiocerus cinctus DeLong & Caldwell, 1937
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Idiocerus cinctus. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Idiocerus cinctus
What is Idiocerus cinctus?
Idiocerus cinctus is a species in the family Cicadellidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Idiocerus cinctus?
5mm
How do you identify Idiocerus cinctus?
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Additional details | Resembling formosus but smaller, paler in color with two conspicuous transverse bands and with simple antennae in the male. Vertex almost transverse, longer next the eyes than length at middle. Male antennae simple, without discs. Color yellow, face and vertex unmarked. |
| Pronotum | Pronotum milky white, anterior half mottled with brown. Scutellum with basal angles and a pair of large round spots on the disc, brown. |
| Elytra | Elytra milky white, transparent. A broad transverse band across apical third of clavus, the apex of elytra to base of apical cells and the anterior costal area, dark brown. Anterior half of outer claval vein brown, apical half white. Male plates rather broad and long. (DeLong & Caldwell, 1937) |
Where is Idiocerus cinctus found?
Range: Pacific Northwest (type locality: Idaho City, Idaho)