Ormenoides venusta
This record describes Ormenoides venusta (species). Recorded family: Flatidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
The only unmarked flatid in e. US with wing crossveins almost completely random - only a single row of them parallels the wing edge. Wings are narrower at the tip than in Anormenis and without a prominent double row of crossveins that traverse the wing. The orange edges to the wings are distinctive. In nymphs, the orange spots and 4-6 black tail spots are distinctive. ( Dr Hamilton ) Check the wing veins here: Ormenoides may occur in large numbers, but do little apparent damage and have not been directly implicated in plant disease transmission (although this has not been excluded either).
Wikipedia reference for Ormenoides venusta: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ormenoides_venusta.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Auchenorrhyncha
- Superfamily
- Fulgoroidea
- Family
- Flatidae (Flatid Planthoppers)
- Subfamily
- Flatinae
- Tribe
- Nephesini
- Genus
- Ormenoides
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e. US & ON (NJ-FL to MO-OK-TX) - Map , v. common
Diet and Behavior
Diet: polyphagous ; Often found on wild grape
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Ormenoides venusta (Melichar 1902)
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Ormenoides venusta. 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 Ormenoides venusta (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by Hannah Nendick-Mason; Additional contributions by cotinis , Beatriz Moisset , Mike Quinn , Graham M , v belov , Harsi S. Parker , Andy - CritterZone , dennepj10 , Robert H. Biagi
Frequently Asked Questions About Ormenoides venusta
What is Ormenoides venusta?
Ormenoides venusta is a species in the family Flatidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How do you identify Ormenoides venusta?
The only unmarked flatid in e. US with wing crossveins almost completely random - only a single row of them parallels the wing edge. Wings are narrower at the tip than in Anormenis and without a prominent double row of crossveins that traverse the wing. The orange edges to the wings are distinctive. In nymphs, the orange spots and 4-6 black tail spots are distinctive. ( Dr Hamilton ) Check the wing veins here:
Where is Ormenoides venusta found?
Range: e. US & ON (NJ-FL to MO-OK-TX) - Map , v. common
What does Ormenoides venusta eat?
The diet of the Ormenoides venusta includes polyphagous ; Often found on wild grape.