Staegeriella necopinata
This record describes Staegeriella necopinata (species). Recorded family: Aphididae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Adult apterae of Staegeriella necopinata are yellowish-green or greyish-green aphids powdered ventrally with grey wax. Unless identified by a recognised expert, a photo is required. If the photo doesn't show the key ID features then in the comments box describe the size and identifying characters you have observed. Record must also include a note of the host species. The species is associated with bedstraws, mainly Lady’s Bedstraw and is found in areas where the host plants are present. Oviparae and alate males occur in autumn, with overwintering in the egg stage. Staegeriella necopinata does not host alternate, but remains all year round on bedstraws. The species appears to be rather rare in the British Isles with few recent records of its occurrence, but is possibly under recorded. https://influentialpoints.com/Gallery/Staegeriella_necopinata_bedstraw_shoot_aphid.htm No additional images available for this species.
Classification
Habitat and Range
Habitat
The species is associated with bedstraws, mainly Lady’s Bedstraw and is found in areas where the host plants are present.
Seasonal Activity
Oviparae and alate males occur in autumn, with overwintering in the egg stage.
Diet and Behavior
Life History
Staegeriella necopinata
Additional species information
Recorded status
The species appears to be rather rare in the British Isles with few recent records of its occurrence, but is possibly under recorded.
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Staegeriella necopinata. 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 Staegeriella necopinata (3)
Frequently Asked Questions About Staegeriella necopinata
What is Staegeriella necopinata?
Staegeriella necopinata is a species in the family Aphididae, within the order Hemiptera.
Where is Staegeriella necopinata found?
Habitat: The species is associated with bedstraws, mainly Lady’s Bedstraw and is found in areas where the host plants are present.
When is Staegeriella necopinata active?
Staegeriella necopinata: seasonal activity - Oviparae and alate males occur in autumn, with overwintering in the egg stage..
What is the life cycle of a Staegeriella necopinata?
Staegeriella necopinata