Stictocephala stimulea
This record describes Stictocephala stimulea (species). Recorded family: Membracidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
The broad brown margins on the crest are distinctive. --Andy Hamilton, 2.viii.2007
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Auchenorrhyncha
- Superfamily
- Membracoidea
- Family
- Membracidae (Typical Treehoppers)
- Subfamily
- Smiliinae
- Tribe
- Ceresini
- Genus
- Stictocephala
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
se. US (e.TX-n.FL-MD) - Map , + SD , from Severin might be questionable (Lew Deitz, pers. comm. to =v= 16.xii.2013)
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Stictocephala stimulea. 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 Stictocephala stimulea (4)
Photo credits: Contributed by Robin McLeod; Additional contributions by john and jane balaban , Mike Quinn , Nick Block , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Stictocephala stimulea
What is Stictocephala stimulea?
Stictocephala stimulea is a species in the family Membracidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Stictocephala stimulea?
♀ 8-9 mm, ♂ 7-8 mm
How do you identify Stictocephala stimulea?
The broad brown margins on the crest are distinctive. --Andy Hamilton, 2.viii.2007
Where is Stictocephala stimulea found?
Range: se. US (e.TX-n.FL-MD) - Map , + SD , from Severin might be questionable (Lew Deitz, pers. comm. to =v= 16.xii.2013)