Manzutus mexicanus
This record describes Manzutus mexicanus (species). Recorded family: Cicadellidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
This species is much larger than huachucanus and has a more slender appearance with bolder markings. Note the presence of a bold line in the middle of the pronotum, which huachucanus lacks (based on images of museum specimens).
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
- Cicadellinae
- Tribe
- Cicadellini
- Genus
- Manzutus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
AZ; Mexico (probably occurs in Texas)
Diet and Behavior
Diet: recorded on Arbutus tree
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Manzutus mexicanus (Signoret, 1855)
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Manzutus mexicanus. 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 Manzutus mexicanus (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by Solomon V. Hendrix
Frequently Asked Questions About Manzutus mexicanus
What is Manzutus mexicanus?
Manzutus mexicanus is a species in the family Cicadellidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Manzutus mexicanus?
10.4-11.4mm
How do you identify Manzutus mexicanus?
This species is much larger than huachucanus and has a more slender appearance with bolder markings. Note the presence of a bold line in the middle of the pronotum, which huachucanus lacks (based on images of museum specimens).
Where is Manzutus mexicanus found?
Range: AZ; Mexico (probably occurs in Texas)
What does Manzutus mexicanus eat?
The diet of the Manzutus mexicanus includes recorded on Arbutus tree.