Tachycixius pilosus
This record describes Tachycixius pilosus (species). Recorded family: Cixiidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
A small species, 4.5 - 5.5mm (females larger), and very variable. Some forms have clear and almost unspotted wings; others have dark brown wings or wings banded with brown or darker towards the apex. Usually 3 short dark stripes along forewing edge. The forewing veins have tubercles along them, and there are small tubercles between the veins along the apical margin part of the forewing. Distinguished from Cixius species by the presence of dark tubercles between the veins near to the wing tips. It is smaller than the commmon C pilosus . Good quality photographs showing wing venation and patterns; it is helpful to indicate size. The larvae feed at the base of various grasses. Common (ref.: UK Auchenorrhyncha checklist 2021 ) https://www.britishbugs.org.uk/homoptera/Cixiidae/Tachycixius_pilosus.html
Classification
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Deciduous trees and shrubs.
Seasonal Activity
Adult: May to July.
Diet and Behavior
Life History
The larvae feed at the base of various grasses.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Common (ref.:
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Tachycixius pilosus. 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 Tachycixius pilosus (3)
Frequently Asked Questions About Tachycixius pilosus
What is Tachycixius pilosus?
Tachycixius pilosus is a species in the family Cixiidae, within the order Hemiptera.
Where is Tachycixius pilosus found?
Habitat: Deciduous trees and shrubs.
When is Tachycixius pilosus active?
Tachycixius pilosus: seasonal activity - Adult: May to July..
What is the life cycle of a Tachycixius pilosus?
The larvae feed at the base of various grasses.