Ribautiana tenerrima sensu stricto
This record describes Ribautiana tenerrima sensu stricto (species). Recorded family: Cicadellidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Length 3 to 3.5 mm. A yellow leafhopper with oblique white lines along the length of the forewing. The forewing apex has greyish marking and spots. Markings can be quite faint; to confirm identification, dissection of male genitalia is needed. If this has not been done, record as Ribautiana tenerrima sensu lato . Other Ribautiana species; Lindbergina aurovittata Good photographs taken from side and top down. Common (ref: UK Auchenorrhyncha checklist 2021 ) https://www.britishbugs.org.uk/homoptera/Cicadellidae/Ribautiana_tenerrima.html
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera
- Family
- Cicadellidae
- Genus
- Ribautiana
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Especially on brambles.
Seasonal Activity
June to December.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Common (ref:
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Ribautiana tenerrima sensu stricto. 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 Ribautiana tenerrima sensu stricto (9)
Frequently Asked Questions About Ribautiana tenerrima sensu stricto
What is Ribautiana tenerrima sensu stricto?
Ribautiana tenerrima sensu stricto is a species in the family Cicadellidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Ribautiana tenerrima sensu stricto?
3 to 3.5 mm. A yellow leafhopper with oblique white lines along the length of the forewing. The forewing apex has greyish marking and spots. Markings can be quite faint; to confirm identification, dissection of male genitalia is needed. If this has not been done, record as
Where is Ribautiana tenerrima sensu stricto found?
Habitat: Especially on brambles.
When is Ribautiana tenerrima sensu stricto active?
Ribautiana tenerrima sensu stricto: seasonal activity - June to December..