Trioza phoradendri
This record describes Trioza phoradendri (species). Recorded family: Triozidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
One of two North American mistletoe psyllids. The other, Freysuila phoradendri , belongs to a different family and the two are unlikely to be confused.
Classification
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
CO, CA . The California specimens differ slightly from the type series from Colorado, with Tuthill designating them T. phoradendri acuminata .
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Mistletoes ( Phoradendron spp. ) , including P. juniperinum , P. tomentosum , and P. leucarpum
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Trioza phoradendri Tuthill, 1939
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Trioza phoradendri. 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 phoradendri (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Chris Mallory
Frequently Asked Questions About Trioza phoradendri
What is Trioza phoradendri?
Trioza phoradendri is a species in the family Triozidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Trioza phoradendri?
2.5mm
Where is Trioza phoradendri found?
Range: CO, CA . The California specimens differ slightly from the type series from Colorado, with Tuthill designating them T. phoradendri acuminata .
What does Trioza phoradendri eat?
The diet of the Trioza phoradendri includes Mistletoes ( Phoradendron spp. ) , including P. juniperinum , P. tomentosum , and P. leucarpum.