Norvellina seminuda
This record describes Norvellina seminuda (species). Recorded family: Cicadellidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Similar to N. novica , but wings shorter. The brown band varies in exact shape, but is always at least as wide as the white space between it and the tip of the scutellum. In N. novica it is narrower than that space, in part due to the longer wings. --Andy Hamilton Det. Ken Childs, 2016 one of several leafhoppers that transmit X-Disease in stone fruits such as peaches
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
e. US - Map (GBIF, BG data)
Seasonal Activity
mostly: May-July, plus scattered fall records (BG data)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Norvellina seminuda (Say 1830)
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Norvellina seminuda. 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 seminuda (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Chuck Entz; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , JohnMaxwell22 , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Norvellina seminuda
What is Norvellina seminuda?
Norvellina seminuda is a species in the family Cicadellidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How do you identify Norvellina seminuda?
Similar to N. novica , but wings shorter. The brown band varies in exact shape, but is always at least as wide as the white space between it and the tip of the scutellum. In N. novica it is narrower than that space, in part due to the longer wings. --Andy Hamilton Det. Ken Childs, 2016
Where is Norvellina seminuda found?
Range: e. US - Map (GBIF, BG data)
When is Norvellina seminuda active?
Norvellina seminuda: seasonal activity - mostly: May-July, plus scattered fall records (BG data).