Idiocerus immaculatus
This record describes Idiocerus immaculatus (species). Recorded family: Cicadellidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Adults of this species resemble those of I. snowi , but are smaller and less strongly flattened, with smaller and paler coronal spots and quite different male genitalia resembling those of alternatus . Males of this species may be distinguished from those of both snowi and alternatus by the lack of antennal discs. The apodemes, ovipositor and pale coronal spots ally immaculatus to huachucae . - Hamilton, 1980
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
Oregon, Nevada
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Salix , Alnus
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Idiocerus immaculatus Hamilton, 1980
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Idiocerus immaculatus. 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 immaculatus
What is Idiocerus immaculatus?
Idiocerus immaculatus is a species in the family Cicadellidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How do you identify Idiocerus immaculatus?
Adults of this species resemble those of I. snowi , but are smaller and less strongly flattened, with smaller and paler coronal spots and quite different male genitalia resembling those of alternatus . Males of this species may be distinguished from those of both snowi and alternatus by the lack of antennal discs. The apodemes, ovipositor and pale coronal spots ally immaculatus to huachucae . - Hamilton, 1980
Where is Idiocerus immaculatus found?
Range: Oregon, Nevada
What does Idiocerus immaculatus eat?
The diet of the Idiocerus immaculatus includes Salix , Alnus.