Uroleucon hypochoeridis
This record describes Uroleucon hypochoeridis (species). Recorded family: Aphididae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Uroleucon hypochoeridis is a large pinkish-grey aphid with pale legs that are darkened towards the apices of the segments. Immatures are grey with a reddish-pink suffusion around the bases of the siphunculi. Uroleucon cichorii also occurs (rarely?) on Cat's ear - and you can only separate the two, as adults, by measuring the length of the apical rostral segment relative to the second segment of the hind tarsus. Mature adults require detailed examination, immatures may be identifiable from good quality images. Oviparae and alate males occur from late August to October. Uroleucon hypochoeridis lives on the stems of Cat's ear ( Hypochoeris radicata ), Autumn Hawkbit ( Leontodon autumnalis ) and related species. True status in Britain is difficult to determine due to problems of identification and lack of records. https://influentialpoints.com/Gallery/Uroleucon_hypochoeridis_Large_cats_ear_aphid.htm No additional images available for this species.
Classification
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Where the host plants are present.
Seasonal Activity
Oviparae and alate males occur from late August to October.
Diet and Behavior
Life History
Uroleucon hypochoeridis
Additional species information
Recorded status
True status in Britain is difficult to determine due to problems of identification and lack of records.
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Uroleucon hypochoeridis. 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 hypochoeridis (6)
Frequently Asked Questions About Uroleucon hypochoeridis
What is Uroleucon hypochoeridis?
Uroleucon hypochoeridis is a species in the family Aphididae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Uroleucon hypochoeridis?
of the apical rostral segment relative to the second segment of the hind tarsus.
Where is Uroleucon hypochoeridis found?
Habitat: Where the host plants are present.
When is Uroleucon hypochoeridis active?
Uroleucon hypochoeridis: seasonal activity - Oviparae and alate males occur from late August to October..
What is the life cycle of a Uroleucon hypochoeridis?
Uroleucon hypochoeridis