Uroleucon aeneum
This record describes Uroleucon aeneum (species). Recorded family: Aphididae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
The body length of the adult Dark-tailed Thistle Aphid ( Uroleucon aeneum ) apterae is 3.0 to 4.3 mm. The cauda (tail) in this species is black which helps to identify it (see below). Large Thistle Aphid ( Uroleucon cirsii ) is similar and also uses Thistle as a host plant, but in U. cirsii the cauda (tail) is dusky yellow not black as in U. aeneum . A close up photograph is needed showing the cauda (tail). Please also state the host species. True status in Britain is difficult to determine due to lack of records. https://influentialpoints.com/Gallery/Uroleucon_aeneum_dark-tailed_thistle_aphid.htm
Classification
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Where thistles are present.
Seasonal Activity
Summer.
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 Uroleucon aeneum. 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 Uroleucon aeneum (4)
Frequently Asked Questions About Uroleucon aeneum
What is Uroleucon aeneum?
Uroleucon aeneum is a species in the family Aphididae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Uroleucon aeneum?
of the adult Dark-tailed Thistle Aphid (
Where is Uroleucon aeneum found?
Habitat: Where thistles are present.
When is Uroleucon aeneum active?
Uroleucon aeneum: seasonal activity - Summer..