Fringetree Lace Bug
Leptoypha mutica
This record describes Leptoypha mutica (species). Recorded family: Tingidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Heteroptera
- Superfamily
- Miroidea
- Family
- Tingidae (Lace Bugs)
- Subfamily
- Tinginae
- Tribe
- Tingini
- Genus
- Leptoypha
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
on leaves of host plants in summer; leaf litter in winter
Geographic Range
e. NA (QC-FL to SK-TX) to Mex. - Map
Diet and Behavior
Diet: nymphs and adults feed on leaves of fringetree ( Chionanthus ) and several other ornamental trees ( 4 )
Life History
two generations per year in the south; overwinters as adults ( 4 )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Leptoypha mutica (Say 1832)
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Leptoypha mutica. 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 Fringetree Lace Bug (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by Robin McLeod; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Fringetree Lace Bug
How big is Fringetree Lace Bug?
2.3-3.1 mm
Where is Fringetree Lace Bug found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | on leaves of host plants in summer; leaf litter in winter |
| Range | e. NA (QC-FL to SK-TX) to Mex. - Map |
What does Fringetree Lace Bug eat?
The diet of the Fringetree Lace Bug includes nymphs and adults feed on leaves of fringetree ( Chionanthus ) and several other ornamental trees ( 4 ).
What is the life cycle of a Fringetree Lace Bug?
two generations per year in the south; overwinters as adults ( 4 )