Spindle Aphid
Aphis euonymi
This record describes Aphis euonymi (species). Recorded family: Aphididae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
A reddish to chocolate brown aphid, often with transverse bars of wax dust on anterior abdominal tergites. The body length of apterae is 1.7 to 2.9 mm. The spindle aphid does not host alternate. It feeds on spindle (Euonymus europaeus). Probably fairly frequent in Britain, but very under recorded so true status is difficult to determine. https://influentialpoints.com/Gallery/Aphis_euonymi_Spindle_aphid.htm No additional images available for this species.
Classification
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Found on Spindle.
Seasonal Activity
Summer is the peak time.
Diet and Behavior
Life History
The spindle aphid does not host alternate. It feeds on spindle (Euonymus europaeus).
Additional species information
Recorded status
Probably fairly frequent in Britain, but very under recorded so true status is difficult to determine.
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Aphis euonymi. 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 Spindle Aphid (2)
Frequently Asked Questions About Spindle Aphid
What is Spindle Aphid?
Spindle Aphid (Aphis euonymi) is a species in the family Aphididae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Spindle Aphid?
of apterae is 1.7 to 2.9 mm.
Where is Spindle Aphid found?
Habitat: Found on Spindle.
When is Spindle Aphid active?
Spindle Aphid: seasonal activity - Summer is the peak time..
What is the life cycle of a Spindle Aphid?
The spindle aphid does not host alternate. It feeds on spindle (Euonymus europaeus).