Microcentrus solussidus
This record describes Microcentrus solussidus (species). Recorded family: Membracidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Microcentrus solussidus is morphologically most similar to M. lunatus n.sp. Microcentrus solussidus differs from the morphologically similar M. perditus and M. lynx in having the forewing crossvein r-m2 basad of the fork of vein M, in details of the pronotal and genitalic structure, and in the tuberculate nymphal integument. Microcentrus solussidus is sexually dimorphic with respect to pronotal structure. This species is very difficult to differentiate form Microcentrus perditus and M. lynx without a size reference.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Auchenorrhyncha
- Superfamily
- Membracoidea
- Family
- Membracidae (Typical Treehoppers)
- Subfamily
- Stegaspidinae
- Tribe
- Microcentrini
- Genus
- Microcentrus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
AZ, TX / Mex.
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Quercus grisea (gray oak)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Microcentrus solussidus Cryan, Robertson & Deitz, 2004 "The Latin specific name solussidus is a translation of 'lone star' and refers to Texas, the state in which the type was collected."
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Microcentrus solussidus. 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 Microcentrus solussidus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Solomon V. Hendrix; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Microcentrus solussidus
What is Microcentrus solussidus?
Microcentrus solussidus is a species in the family Membracidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Microcentrus solussidus?
♀ 7.6–7.9, ♂ 6.5–6.7
How do you identify Microcentrus solussidus?
Microcentrus solussidus is morphologically most similar to M. lunatus n.sp. Microcentrus solussidus differs from the morphologically similar M. perditus and M. lynx in having the forewing crossvein r-m2 basad of the fork of vein M, in details of the pronotal and genitalic structure, and in the tuberculate nymphal integument. Microcentrus solussidus is sexually dimorphic with respect to pronotal structure.
Where is Microcentrus solussidus found?
Range: AZ, TX / Mex.
What does Microcentrus solussidus eat?
The diet of the Microcentrus solussidus includes Quercus grisea (gray oak).