Periphyllus aceris
This record describes Periphyllus aceris (species). Recorded family: Aphididae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
The alates (winged adults) have widely separated broad black bands on the abdomen which helps with identification. The alate body length is 3.2 to 4.5 mm. The apterae (wingless forms) are yellow-green and can be much more difficult to identify to species. Alates may be identifiable from good images, It may not be possible to verify the yellow-green apterae from photographs. This species lives on the underside of Acer species, especially Norway Maple, but also on Field Maple. Most likely to be encountered in late spring and summer. There are only a few scattered records of Periphyllus aceris in Britain, possibly due to lack of recording effort rather than scarcity of the species. https://influentialpoints.com/Gallery/Periphyllus_aphids.htm No additional images available for this species.
Classification
Habitat and Range
Habitat
This species lives on the underside of Acer species, especially Norway Maple, but also on Field Maple.
Seasonal Activity
Most likely to be encountered in late spring and summer.
Diet and Behavior
Life History
Not usually ant attended.
Additional species information
Recorded status
There are only a few scattered records of Periphyllus aceris in Britain, possibly due to lack of recording effort rather than scarcity of the species.
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Periphyllus aceris. 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 aceris (2)
Frequently Asked Questions About Periphyllus aceris
What is Periphyllus aceris?
Periphyllus aceris is a species in the family Aphididae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Periphyllus aceris?
is 3.2 to 4.5 mm.
Where is Periphyllus aceris found?
Habitat: This species lives on the underside of Acer species, especially Norway Maple, but also on Field Maple.
When is Periphyllus aceris active?
Periphyllus aceris: seasonal activity - Most likely to be encountered in late spring and summer..
What is the life cycle of a Periphyllus aceris?
Not usually ant attended.