Neaethus grossus
This record describes Neaethus grossus (species). Recorded family: Tropiduchidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Hindwings | Hindwings long for the genus, not rudimentary, and much shorter than the forewings. Smaller than 4.5mm (vitripennis is larger). |
| Pronotum | Pronotum only slightly narrower than head (unlike perlucida). Tegimna opaque and held somewhat diagonally, neither horizontally (vitripennis) or vertically (perlucida). Tegimna without distinct bulla, and coastal margin expanded, unlike vitripennis. |
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Auchenorrhyncha
- Superfamily
- Fulgoroidea
- Family
- Tropiduchidae (Tropiduchid Planthoppers)
- Subfamily
- Elicinae
- Tribe
- Elicini
- Genus
- Neaethus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
Southern CA to AZ
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Neaethus grossus Melichar 1906
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Neaethus grossus. 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 Neaethus grossus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by James Bailey; Additional contributions by v belov , antarctica
Frequently Asked Questions About Neaethus grossus
What is Neaethus grossus?
Neaethus grossus is a species in the family Tropiduchidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Neaethus grossus?
4.0-4.6 mm
How do you identify Neaethus grossus?
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Hindwings | Hindwings long for the genus, not rudimentary, and much shorter than the forewings. Smaller than 4.5mm (vitripennis is larger). |
| Pronotum | Pronotum only slightly narrower than head (unlike perlucida). Tegimna opaque and held somewhat diagonally, neither horizontally (vitripennis) or vertically (perlucida). Tegimna without distinct bulla, and coastal margin expanded, unlike vitripennis. |
Where is Neaethus grossus found?
Range: Southern CA to AZ