Prairiana globosa
This record describes Prairiana globosa (species). Recorded family: Cicadellidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Resembling negotiosa in general form and appearance but with distinct genitalia. Vertex broadly, roundedly produced, almost twice as wide between eyes at base as median length. Pale brownish with many punctate spots on vertex and pronotum, some of which appear reddish brown. A small black spot on base of vertex behind each ocellus. Veins brownish, rows of elongated brownish pigment spots between the veins. - DeLong, 1942
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
FL
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Prairiana globosa DeLong, 1942
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Prairiana globosa. 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 globosa (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by Solomon V. Hendrix
Frequently Asked Questions About Prairiana globosa
What is Prairiana globosa?
Prairiana globosa is a species in the family Cicadellidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Prairiana globosa?
8.5mm
How do you identify Prairiana globosa?
Resembling negotiosa in general form and appearance but with distinct genitalia. Vertex broadly, roundedly produced, almost twice as wide between eyes at base as median length. Pale brownish with many punctate spots on vertex and pronotum, some of which appear reddish brown. A small black spot on base of vertex behind each ocellus. Veins brownish, rows of elongated brownish pigment spots between the veins. - DeLong, 1942
Where is Prairiana globosa found?
Range: FL