Telamona reclivata
This record describes Telamona reclivata (species). Recorded family: Membracidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance

Similar to T. subfalcata ( =salvini ), but without the sharp angle on the hind margin of the crest. Females have a longer crest. ―K.G.A. Hamilton, 17.v.2011 female syntype:
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
- Telamonini
- Genus
- Telamona
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e NA, CO, CA; generally rare or absent from the south
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Telamona reclivata Fitch 1851
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Telamona reclivata. 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 Telamona reclivata (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Claude Pilon; Additional contributions by cotinis , Mike Quinn , v belov , antarctica
Frequently Asked Questions About Telamona reclivata
What is Telamona reclivata?
Telamona reclivata is a species in the family Membracidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How do you identify Telamona reclivata?
Similar to T. subfalcata ( =salvini ), but without the sharp angle on the hind margin of the crest. Females have a longer crest. ―K.G.A. Hamilton, 17.v.2011 female syntype:
Where is Telamona reclivata found?
Range: e NA, CO, CA; generally rare or absent from the south
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