Scolops pallidus
This record describes Scolops pallidus (species). Recorded family: Dictyopharidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
one of the few species in CA with foliaceous front legs; S. californicus is similar, but probably just another variety of this variable species. (K.G.A. Hamilton's comments here & here )
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
- Dictyopharinae
- Tribe
- Scoloptini
- Genus
- Scolops
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
CO―CA; Mexico
Diet and Behavior
Diet: host: Ambrosia confertiflora (Asteraceae)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Scolops pallidus Uhler 1900
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Scolops pallidus. 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 Scolops pallidus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Harsi S. Parker; Additional contributions by Beatriz Moisset , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Scolops pallidus
What is Scolops pallidus?
Scolops pallidus is a species in the family Dictyopharidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How do you identify Scolops pallidus?
one of the few species in CA with foliaceous front legs; S. californicus is similar, but probably just another variety of this variable species. (K.G.A. Hamilton's comments here & here )
Where is Scolops pallidus found?
Range: CO―CA; Mexico
What does Scolops pallidus eat?
The diet of the Scolops pallidus includes host: Ambrosia confertiflora (Asteraceae).