Microledrida flava
This record describes Microledrida flava (species). Recorded family: Cixiidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
This species may be recognized by its pale yellow color, practically unmarked wings and distinct male genitalia Holotype: Brownsville, Cameron Co., Texas. November 21, 1911. In the collection of the Illinois State Laboratory Natural History.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Auchenorrhyncha
- Superfamily
- Delphacoidea
- Family
- Cixiidae (Cixiid Planthoppers)
- Subfamily
- Cixiinae
- Tribe
- Cixiini
- Genus
- Microledrida
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
coastal s. TX / Tamps., Mex. - Map ( 3 ) ( 4 ) ( 5 ) (BG data)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Microledrida flava Metcalf, 1923
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Microledrida flava. 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 Microledrida flava (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Solomon V. Hendrix; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Microledrida flava
What is Microledrida flava?
Microledrida flava is a species in the family Cixiidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Microledrida flava?
Length, apex of head to apex of abdomen 2.5 mm; to the tips of the wings 3.25 mm
How do you identify Microledrida flava?
This species may be recognized by its pale yellow color, practically unmarked wings and distinct male genitalia
Where is Microledrida flava found?
Range: coastal s. TX / Tamps., Mex. - Map ( 3 ) ( 4 ) ( 5 ) (BG data)