Stenocranus lautus
This record describes Stenocranus lautus (species). Recorded family: Delphacidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Distinguished from other species with the same color pattern by the hind tarsus, that is as long as the hind tibia (up to its joint with the tarsus). [comment by Andy Hamilton]
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Auchenorrhyncha
- Superfamily
- Delphacoidea
- Family
- Delphacidae (Delphacid Planthoppers)
- Subfamily
- Stenocraninae
- Genus
- Stenocranus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e. US (NH-FL west to MO-KS) ( map )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Stenocranus lautus Van Duzee 1897 Latin lautus 'neat, elegant'
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Stenocranus lautus. 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 Stenocranus lautus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by tom murray; Additional contributions by ceiseman , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Stenocranus lautus
What is Stenocranus lautus?
Stenocranus lautus is a species in the family Delphacidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How do you identify Stenocranus lautus?
Distinguished from other species with the same color pattern by the hind tarsus, that is as long as the hind tibia (up to its joint with the tarsus). [comment by Andy Hamilton]
Where is Stenocranus lautus found?
Range: e. US (NH-FL west to MO-KS) ( map )