Ponana pectoralis
This record describes Ponana pectoralis (species). Recorded family: Cicadellidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
head, pronotum, and outer half of forewing green; scutellum brown anteriorly, pale brown or green posteriorly; inner half of forewing and wingtips brown, forming a distinctive dark streak down the back when the insect is at rest; scattered blackish dots mostly within the brown area on inner half of forewing; legs and eyes brown likely a number of cryptic species (Joel Kits, et al.)
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
- Iassinae
- Tribe
- Gyponini
- Genus
- Ponana
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
woodlands
Geographic Range
se. Canada (QC-MB) and e. NA, CA-OR (BG data)
Seasonal Activity
mostly: Apr-Aug (BG data)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Ponana pectoralis (Spångberg 1878)
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Ponana pectoralis. 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 Ponana pectoralis (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Robin McLeod; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , ceiseman , v belov , antarctica
Frequently Asked Questions About Ponana pectoralis
What is Ponana pectoralis?
Ponana pectoralis is a species in the family Cicadellidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Ponana pectoralis?
10mm
How do you identify Ponana pectoralis?
head, pronotum, and outer half of forewing green; scutellum brown anteriorly, pale brown or green posteriorly; inner half of forewing and wingtips brown, forming a distinctive dark streak down the back when the insect is at rest; scattered blackish dots mostly within the brown area on inner half of forewing; legs and eyes brown
Where is Ponana pectoralis found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | woodlands |
| Range | se. Canada (QC-MB) and e. NA, CA-OR (BG data) |
When is Ponana pectoralis active?
Ponana pectoralis: seasonal activity - mostly: Apr-Aug (BG data).