Kelisia punctulum
This record describes Kelisia punctulum (species). Recorded family: Delphacidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
The 4-5mm yellowish-brown hopper has a rather narrow shape and has the medial vein of the pale forewings darkened, especially toward the wing-tip. There is some variation however, so other long veins may also be darkened, and one form has a dark spot at the apex of the clavus. Good photographs of specimen, from top down, from side and showing details of dark spots on side of head will support ID. You should note habitat and host plant if possible. Examination of male internal genital structure will support ID. Local (ref.: UK Auchenorrhyncha checklist 2021) https://www.britishbugs.org.uk/homoptera/Delphacidae/Kelisia_punctulum.html No additional images available for this species.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera
- Family
- Delphacidae
- Genus
- Kelisia
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Damp places, on sedges.
Seasonal Activity
July to December
Additional species information
Recorded status
Local (ref.:
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Kelisia punctulum. 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 Kelisia punctulum (5)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kelisia punctulum
What is Kelisia punctulum?
Kelisia punctulum is a species in the family Delphacidae, within the order Hemiptera.
Where is Kelisia punctulum found?
Habitat: Damp places, on sedges.
When is Kelisia punctulum active?
Kelisia punctulum: seasonal activity - July to December.