Paraphlepsius dentatus
This record describes Paraphlepsius dentatus (species). Recorded family: Cicadellidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Wider across the head and thorax than most congeners. P. luxuria is similar but occurs farther north & west of this coastal species. -K.G.A. Hamilton
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
- Pendarini
- Genus
- Paraphlepsius
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Paraphlepsius dentatus (Baker 1898)
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Paraphlepsius dentatus. 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 Paraphlepsius dentatus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Claude Pilon; Additional contributions by Robert Lord Zimlich , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Paraphlepsius dentatus
What is Paraphlepsius dentatus?
Paraphlepsius dentatus is a species in the family Cicadellidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Paraphlepsius dentatus?
7.0 mm
How do you identify Paraphlepsius dentatus?
Wider across the head and thorax than most congeners. P. luxuria is similar but occurs farther north & west of this coastal species. -K.G.A. Hamilton