Scaphytopius diabolus
This record describes Scaphytopius diabolus (species). Recorded family: Cicadellidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
HOLOTYPE Type: Described from one male and four females taken on Mt. Diablo, [Contra Costa Co.], California, July 14, 1916.
Identification notes
HOLOTYPE
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
s.Cali to BC - Map
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: face yellow; legs and beneath mostly black; male valve pointed. (Van Duzee, 1925)
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Scaphytopius diabolus. 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 diabolus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Solomon V. Hendrix; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Scaphytopius diabolus
What is Scaphytopius diabolus?
Scaphytopius diabolus is a species in the family Cicadellidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Scaphytopius diabolus?
Length 4-4.5 mm (Van Duzee, 1925)
How do you identify Scaphytopius diabolus?
HOLOTYPE
Where is Scaphytopius diabolus found?
Range: s.Cali to BC - Map