Norvellina novica
This record describes Norvellina novica (species). Recorded family: Cicadellidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
brown band of mostly even width (not tapering as much toward the wing edge) and more extensive dark colour at the wing tip than the similar N. seminuda. (modified comment per Joel Kits) Det. M. A. Quinn, 2020 rarely collected - (comment per Joel Kits)
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Auchenorrhyncha
- Superfamily
- Membracoidea
- Family
- Cicadellidae (Typical Leafhoppers)
- Subfamily
- Deltocephalinae
- Tribe
- Platymetopiini
- Genus
- Norvellina
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
se Canada - Map (GBIF, BG data)
Seasonal Activity
May-Aug (GBIF)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Norvellina novica Medler, 1943
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Norvellina novica. 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 Norvellina novica (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Norvellina novica
What is Norvellina novica?
Norvellina novica is a species in the family Cicadellidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How do you identify Norvellina novica?
brown band of mostly even width (not tapering as much toward the wing edge) and more extensive dark colour at the wing tip than the similar N. seminuda. (modified comment per Joel Kits) Det. M. A. Quinn, 2020
Where is Norvellina novica found?
Range: se Canada - Map (GBIF, BG data)
When is Norvellina novica active?
Norvellina novica: seasonal activity - May-Aug (GBIF).