Crapemyrtle Aphid
Sarucallis kahawaluokalani
This record describes Sarucallis kahawaluokalani (species). Recorded family: Aphididae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Adults are light green to yellow with black thoracic markings and black markings on dorsal of abdomen. The second abdominal segment has a double-pronged hump in the black marking. Wings are clear with black markings and held roof-like over body. earliest NA record: LA 1925
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Sternorrhyncha
- Superfamily
- Aphidoidea
- Family
- Aphididae (Aphids)
- Subfamily
- Calaphidinae
- Tribe
- Panaphidini
- Genus
- Sarucallis
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
adventive in s. US to NY (CA-FL-NY) - Map , native to se. Asia
Diet and Behavior
Diet: host: crape myrtle ( Lagerstroemia spp.)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Sarucallis kahawaluokalani (Kirkaldy)
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Sarucallis kahawaluokalani. 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 Crapemyrtle Aphid (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Jason D. Roberts; Additional contributions by Beatriz Moisset , Mike Quinn , ceiseman , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Crapemyrtle Aphid
What is Crapemyrtle Aphid?
Crapemyrtle Aphid (Sarucallis kahawaluokalani) is a species in the family Aphididae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Crapemyrtle Aphid?
1.5 mm
How do you identify Crapemyrtle Aphid?
Adults are light green to yellow with black thoracic markings and black markings on dorsal of abdomen. The second abdominal segment has a double-pronged hump in the black marking. Wings are clear with black markings and held roof-like over body.
Where is Crapemyrtle Aphid found?
Range: adventive in s. US to NY (CA-FL-NY) - Map , native to se. Asia
What does Crapemyrtle Aphid eat?
The diet of the Crapemyrtle Aphid includes host: crape myrtle ( Lagerstroemia spp.).