Prairiana dualis
This record describes Prairiana dualis (species). Recorded family: Cicadellidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
A small dark brownish or black species resembling miliaris in general form and appearance. Vertex broadly rounded, more than half as long at middle as basal width between the eyes. Disc of pronotum with prominent transverse strlae. Dark brown to black with some pale areas. Females usually brownish, males usually black.
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
- Prairiana
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
se.US to ne.Mex. - Map , most records from TX
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Prairiana dualis. 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 Prairiana dualis (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Ron M.; Additional contributions by Chuck Entz , Mike Quinn , v belov , TurtleDude , antarctica
Frequently Asked Questions About Prairiana dualis
What is Prairiana dualis?
Prairiana dualis is a species in the family Cicadellidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Prairiana dualis?
♂ 7 mm, ♀ 9 mm
How do you identify Prairiana dualis?
A small dark brownish or black species resembling miliaris in general form and appearance. Vertex broadly rounded, more than half as long at middle as basal width between the eyes. Disc of pronotum with prominent transverse strlae. Dark brown to black with some pale areas. Females usually brownish, males usually black.
Where is Prairiana dualis found?
Range: se.US to ne.Mex. - Map , most records from TX