Okanagana cruentifera
This record describes Okanagana cruentifera (species). Recorded family: Cicadidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Generally best separated from tristis rubrobasalis by the shape of the uncus, more pronounced front, and generally different aspect. Abdomen usually has extensive black. The black border to the base of the pronotum quickly separates it from most species it is found with. O. magnifica is larger, lacks a prominent front, and has bright yellow costae with thickened wing venation. A protoperiodical cicada that is dependent on a cumulative precipitation schedule. Song: Syllable Rate: 132.5 +/- 1.6 beats/s Peak Frequency: 9.8 +/- 0.3
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Auchenorrhyncha
- Superfamily
- Cicadoidea
- Family
- Cicadidae (Cicadas)
- Subfamily
- Tibicininae
- Tribe
- Tibicinini
- Genus
- Okanagana
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
Primarily California. Other records outside of the state are likely misidentified.
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Okanagana cruentifera. 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 Okanagana cruentifera (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Jeffrey Cole; Additional contributions by Will Chatfield-Taylor
Frequently Asked Questions About Okanagana cruentifera
What is Okanagana cruentifera?
Okanagana cruentifera is a species in the family Cicadidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How do you identify Okanagana cruentifera?
Generally best separated from tristis rubrobasalis by the shape of the uncus, more pronounced front, and generally different aspect. Abdomen usually has extensive black. The black border to the base of the pronotum quickly separates it from most species it is found with. O. magnifica is larger, lacks a prominent front, and has bright yellow costae with thickened wing venation.
Where is Okanagana cruentifera found?
Range: Primarily California. Other records outside of the state are likely misidentified.