Manzanita Psyllid
Neophyllura arctostaphyli
This record describes Neophyllura arctostaphyli (species). Recorded family: Liviidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Nymphs occur on the ventral surface of leaves in cells constructed from white cottony wax secretion. In severe infestations they may also be found on the upper surface of leaves as well as the branches and buds of younger growth ( 3 )
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Sternorrhyncha
- Superfamily
- Psylloidea
- Family
- Liviidae
- Subfamily
- Euphyllurinae
- Genus
- Neophyllura
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
w. North America
Diet and Behavior
Diet: host: Arctostaphylos
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Neophyllura arctostaphyli (Schwarz, 1904)
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Neophyllura arctostaphyli. 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 Manzanita Psyllid (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by Brad Barnd; Additional contributions by ceiseman , Chris Mallory
Frequently Asked Questions About Manzanita Psyllid
What is Manzanita Psyllid?
Manzanita Psyllid (Neophyllura arctostaphyli) is a species in the family Liviidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Manzanita Psyllid?
2.0-3.5mm
Where is Manzanita Psyllid found?
Range: w. North America
What does Manzanita Psyllid eat?
The diet of the Manzanita Psyllid includes host: Arctostaphylos.