Turnip Aphid
Lipaphis pseudobrassicae
This record describes Lipaphis pseudobrassicae (species). Recorded family: Aphididae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
This species is often confused with Lipaphis erysimi . As far as we know, L. erysimi only occurs in northern Europe, whereas L. pseudobrassicae is widely distributed. The two species are extremely similar, but L. pseudobrassicae has relatively longer antennae and relatively shorter siphunculi than L. erysimi .
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
- Lipaphis
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
Widespread in the northern hemisphere.
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Various members of the mustard family (Brassicaceae).
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Lipaphis pseudobrassicae. 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 Turnip Aphid (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Charley Eiseman; Additional contributions by v belov , Natter13
Frequently Asked Questions About Turnip Aphid
What is Turnip Aphid?
Turnip Aphid (Lipaphis pseudobrassicae) is a species in the family Aphididae, within the order Hemiptera.
Where is Turnip Aphid found?
Range: Widespread in the northern hemisphere.
What does Turnip Aphid eat?
The diet of the Turnip Aphid includes Various members of the mustard family (Brassicaceae)..