Purshivora brevistigmata
This record describes Purshivora brevistigmata (species). Recorded family: Psyllidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Reddish in color with white markings as follows: on margins of vertex, basal half of genal processes, posterior margins of pronotum and prescutum, six longitudinal stripes on scutum, margins of scutellum, margins of abdominal sclerites. Genal processes slender, divergent, pubescent, 2/3 as long as vertex; antennae over twice as long as width of head. Wings somewhat fumate, rugose, with very broad but short pterostigma. Male forceps slender with acute black apices, and a fringe of stout setae on medial margins
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Sternorrhyncha
- Superfamily
- Psylloidea
- Family
- Psyllidae
- Subfamily
- Psyllinae
- Genus
- Purshivora
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
w. USA
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Mountain Mahogany ( Cercocarpus ) including C. betuloides and C. ledifolius
Life History
Nymphs occur on the ventral surfaces of leaves and secrete long threads of wax ( 3 )
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Purshivora brevistigmata. 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 Purshivora brevistigmata (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by Chris Mallory; Additional contributions by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Purshivora brevistigmata
What is Purshivora brevistigmata?
Purshivora brevistigmata is a species in the family Psyllidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Purshivora brevistigmata?
2.5-3.25mm to wingtips
How do you identify Purshivora brevistigmata?
Reddish in color with white markings as follows: on margins of vertex, basal half of genal processes, posterior margins of pronotum and prescutum, six longitudinal stripes on scutum, margins of scutellum, margins of abdominal sclerites. Genal processes slender, divergent, pubescent, 2/3 as long as vertex; antennae over twice as long as width of head. Wings somewhat fumate, rugose, with very broad but short pterostigma. Male forceps slender with acute black apices, and a fringe of stout setae on medial margins
Where is Purshivora brevistigmata found?
Range: w. USA
What does Purshivora brevistigmata eat?
The diet of the Purshivora brevistigmata includes Mountain Mahogany ( Cercocarpus ) including C. betuloides and C. ledifolius.
What is the life cycle of a Purshivora brevistigmata?
Nymphs occur on the ventral surfaces of leaves and secrete long threads of wax ( 3 )