Populicerus midas
This record describes Populicerus midas (species). Recorded family: Cicadellidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Adults of midas resemble those of lachrymalis , but have paler veins and lack coronal markings. Their hosts also differ. I. telus DeL. & Hbr. is also pale, has a wide head and short apical setae of the style, but is smaller, and has large antennal discs and a sagittate penis apex. The colour distinguishes this species from aureus . (Hamilton, 1980) Structurally identical to Populicerus aureus and may be a jr. syn.
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
- Eurymelinae
- Tribe
- Idiocerini
- Genus
- Populicerus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
throughout Western Canada (British Colombia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba)
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Populus balsamifera (Balsam poplar)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Populicerus midas (Hamilton, 1980)
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Populicerus midas. 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 Populicerus midas (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Solomon V. Hendrix
Frequently Asked Questions About Populicerus midas
What is Populicerus midas?
Populicerus midas is a species in the family Cicadellidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How do you identify Populicerus midas?
Adults of midas resemble those of lachrymalis , but have paler veins and lack coronal markings. Their hosts also differ. I. telus DeL. & Hbr. is also pale, has a wide head and short apical setae of the style, but is smaller, and has large antennal discs and a sagittate penis apex. The colour distinguishes this species from aureus . (Hamilton, 1980)
Where is Populicerus midas found?
Range: throughout Western Canada (British Colombia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba)
What does Populicerus midas eat?
The diet of the Populicerus midas includes Populus balsamifera (Balsam poplar).