Scaphytopius cinnamoneus
This record describes Scaphytopius cinnamoneus (species). Recorded family: Cicadellidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Vertex and thorax light ochreous with the markings brown. Forewings pale ochreous-yellow, irrorated with dark brown and with rounded, whitish areas in the cells and costal region. This species is normally less heavily dark-marked than S. Frontalis and S. Acutus .
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Auchenorrhyncha
- Superfamily
- Membracoidea
- Family
- Cicadellidae (Typical Leafhoppers)
- Subfamily
- Deltocephalinae
- Tribe
- Scaphytopiini
- Genus
- Scaphytopius
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
ne. NA (QC-MB to NY-WI-MN)
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Scaphytopius cinnamoneus. 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 Scaphytopius cinnamoneus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by tom murray; Additional contributions by Robert Lord Zimlich , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Scaphytopius cinnamoneus
What is Scaphytopius cinnamoneus?
Scaphytopius cinnamoneus is a species in the family Cicadellidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Scaphytopius cinnamoneus?
4.5 mm
How do you identify Scaphytopius cinnamoneus?
Vertex and thorax light ochreous with the markings brown. Forewings pale ochreous-yellow, irrorated with dark brown and with rounded, whitish areas in the cells and costal region. This species is normally less heavily dark-marked than S. Frontalis and S. Acutus .
Where is Scaphytopius cinnamoneus found?
Range: ne. NA (QC-MB to NY-WI-MN)