Prokelisia marginata
This record describes Prokelisia marginata (species). Recorded family: Delphacidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
The wolf spider, Pardosa littoralis is a predator of this planthopper. ( 3 )
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Auchenorrhyncha
- Superfamily
- Delphacoidea
- Family
- Delphacidae (Delphacid Planthoppers)
- Subfamily
- Delphacinae
- Tribe
- Delphacini
- Genus
- Prokelisia
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
saltmarshes
Geographic Range
coastal US states; IL, SK; introduced to Europe
Diet and Behavior
Diet: host: Spartina
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Prokelisia marginata (Van Duzee 1897)
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Prokelisia marginata. 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 Prokelisia marginata (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Kyle Kittelberger; Additional contributions by v belov , Marci Hess
Frequently Asked Questions About Prokelisia marginata
What is Prokelisia marginata?
Prokelisia marginata is a species in the family Delphacidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Prokelisia marginata?
3-4 mm
Where is Prokelisia marginata found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | saltmarshes |
| Range | coastal US states; IL, SK; introduced to Europe |
What does Prokelisia marginata eat?
The diet of the Prokelisia marginata includes host: Spartina.