Monellia microsetosa
This record describes Monellia microsetosa (species). Recorded family: Aphididae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Viviparae are alate, pale yellow, summer generations developing 2-3 pairs of conspicuous spots of intense yellow internal pigment. Antennae are banded and leading edge of forewing is spotted with black.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Sternorrhyncha
- Superfamily
- Aphidoidea
- Family
- Aphididae (Aphids)
- Subfamily
- Calaphidinae
- Tribe
- Panaphidini
- Genus
- Monellia
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e. NA from Quebec to Florida - Map
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Hickory ( Carya spp.; especially C. glabra )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Monellia microsetosa Richards, 1960
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Monellia microsetosa. 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 Monellia microsetosa (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by Charley Eiseman; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Monellia microsetosa
What is Monellia microsetosa?
Monellia microsetosa is a species in the family Aphididae, within the order Hemiptera.
How do you identify Monellia microsetosa?
Viviparae are alate, pale yellow, summer generations developing 2-3 pairs of conspicuous spots of intense yellow internal pigment. Antennae are banded and leading edge of forewing is spotted with black.
Where is Monellia microsetosa found?
Range: e. NA from Quebec to Florida - Map
What does Monellia microsetosa eat?
The diet of the Monellia microsetosa includes Hickory ( Carya spp.; especially C. glabra ).