Neaethus maculatus
This record describes Neaethus maculatus (species). Recorded family: Tropiduchidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Per Dr. Hamilton, the only member of the genus with spotted wings
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
CA
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Neaethus maculatus Melichar 1906 – USA: CA
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Neaethus maculatus. 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 maculatus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Ken Schneider; Additional contributions by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Neaethus maculatus
What is Neaethus maculatus?
Neaethus maculatus is a species in the family Tropiduchidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How do you identify Neaethus maculatus?
Per Dr. Hamilton, the only member of the genus with spotted wings
Where is Neaethus maculatus found?
Range: CA