Trioza aylmeriae
This record describes Trioza aylmeriae (species). Recorded family: Triozidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Caudal lobe of male proctiger very elongate, with prominent tuft of setae at apex
Classification
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
Primarily northern USA & Canada, south to Virginia and west to Montana
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Probably Amelanchier (Rosaceae)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Trioza aylmeriae Patch, 1912
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Trioza aylmeriae. 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 Trioza aylmeriae (4)
Photo credits: Contributed by Chris Mallory
Frequently Asked Questions About Trioza aylmeriae
What is Trioza aylmeriae?
Trioza aylmeriae is a species in the family Triozidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How do you identify Trioza aylmeriae?
Caudal lobe of male proctiger very elongate, with prominent tuft of setae at apex
Where is Trioza aylmeriae found?
Range: Primarily northern USA & Canada, south to Virginia and west to Montana
What does Trioza aylmeriae eat?
The diet of the Trioza aylmeriae includes Probably Amelanchier (Rosaceae).