Periphyllus acericola
This record describes Periphyllus acericola (species). Recorded family: Aphididae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Aphid colonies occur on the undersides of sycamore leaves. Alates with closely spaced, black, abdominal cross-bars and black pterostigmata. White dimorph nymphs in dense groups. Please provide close-up images of the aphids and state the host species. Periphyllus acericola may be found anywhere that Sycamore is present. Aphid colonies may be found when Sycamore is in leaf. True status in Britain is difficult to determine due to lack of records. https://influentialpoints.com/Gallery/Periphyllus_acericola_Sycamore_Periphyllus_Aphid.htm
Classification
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Periphyllus acericola
Seasonal Activity
Aphid colonies may be found when Sycamore is in leaf.
Additional species information
Recorded status
True status in Britain is difficult to determine due to lack of records.
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Periphyllus acericola. 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 Periphyllus acericola (4)
Frequently Asked Questions About Periphyllus acericola
What is Periphyllus acericola?
Periphyllus acericola is a species in the family Aphididae, within the order Hemiptera.
Where is Periphyllus acericola found?
Habitat: Periphyllus acericola
When is Periphyllus acericola active?
Periphyllus acericola: seasonal activity - Aphid colonies may be found when Sycamore is in leaf..