Rhabdocephala brunnea
This record describes Rhabdocephala brunnea (species). Recorded family: Dictyopharidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Rhabdocephala is one of the insects that forms a link between the traditional Fulgoridae (large insects with reticulate hind wings) and Dictyopharidae. The nymph is obviously similar to those of Dictyopharinae such as Rhynchomitra and Scolops, but the adult more closely resembles Zanna (Fulgoridae), a much larger but also sticklike insect. -- Andy Hamilton, 26.vi.2012
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Auchenorrhyncha
- Superfamily
- Fulgoroidea
- Family
- Dictyopharidae (Dictyopharid Planthoppers)
- Subfamily
- Orgeriinae
- Genus
- Rhabdocephala
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
AZ, w. TX / n. Mex. - Map
Diet and Behavior
Diet: host: Muhlenbergia porteri (bush muhly, Poaceae)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Rhabdocephala brunnea Van Duzee 1929
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Rhabdocephala brunnea. 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 Rhabdocephala brunnea (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Ken Wolgemuth; Additional contributions by john and jane balaban , Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Rhabdocephala brunnea
What is Rhabdocephala brunnea?
Rhabdocephala brunnea is a species in the family Dictyopharidae, within the order Hemiptera.
Where is Rhabdocephala brunnea found?
Range: AZ, w. TX / n. Mex. - Map
What does Rhabdocephala brunnea eat?
The diet of the Rhabdocephala brunnea includes host: Muhlenbergia porteri (bush muhly, Poaceae).