Tibicinoides simulata
This record describes Tibicinoides simulata (species). Recorded family: Cicadidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Large size is nearly diagnostic. The head is subequal to the width of the apical border of the pronotum. Outer margin of wing is relatively straight. Recently moved from Okanagana in Cole et al. 2023.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Auchenorrhyncha
- Superfamily
- Cicadoidea
- Family
- Cicadidae (Cicadas)
- Subfamily
- Tibicininae
- Tribe
- Tibicinini
- Genus
- Tibicinoides
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Great basin sage
Geographic Range
Unknown extent, primarily SE California. Type Locality Upland, CA
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Tibicinoides simulata. 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 Tibicinoides simulata (4)
Photo credits: Contributed by Will Chatfield-Taylor; Additional contributions by antarctica
Frequently Asked Questions About Tibicinoides simulata
What is Tibicinoides simulata?
Tibicinoides simulata is a species in the family Cicadidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Tibicinoides simulata?
Per Davis: Body lenght 27mm, wing expanse: 75mm
How do you identify Tibicinoides simulata?
Large size is nearly diagnostic. The head is subequal to the width of the apical border of the pronotum. Outer margin of wing is relatively straight.
Where is Tibicinoides simulata found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Great basin sage |
| Range | Unknown extent, primarily SE California. Type Locality Upland, CA |