Tuberculatus annulatus
This record describes Tuberculatus annulatus (species). Recorded family: Aphididae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Immature Tuberculatus annulatus are yellowish or green with pale antennae apart from black bands at the tips of the segments. The adult winged viviparae are very variable in colour, ranging from yellowish, greyish-green or pink to purple in summer. For more information see the ‘Further info:’ link below. Unless identified by a recognised expert, a photo is required. If the photo doesn't show the key ID features, then in the comments box describe the size and identifying characters you have observed. On Oak, especially English (Pedunculate) Oak. True status in Britain is difficult to determine due to lack of records. https://influentialpoints.com/Gallery/Tuberculatus_annulatus_Common_oak_aphid.htm No additional images available for this species.
Classification
Habitat and Range
Habitat
On Oak, especially English (Pedunculate) Oak.
Seasonal Activity
When English Oak is in leaf.
Additional species information
Recorded status
True status in Britain is difficult to determine due to lack of records.
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Tuberculatus annulatus. 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 Tuberculatus annulatus (4)
Frequently Asked Questions About Tuberculatus annulatus
What is Tuberculatus annulatus?
Tuberculatus annulatus is a species in the family Aphididae, within the order Hemiptera.
Where is Tuberculatus annulatus found?
Habitat: On Oak, especially English (Pedunculate) Oak.
When is Tuberculatus annulatus active?
Tuberculatus annulatus: seasonal activity - When English Oak is in leaf..