Uroleucon sonchi
This record describes Uroleucon sonchi (species). Recorded family: Aphididae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
This is a large, dark brownish aphid with a glossy shine. Thought to be common and widespread in Britain, but little recorded. https://influentialpoints.com/Gallery/Uroleucon_sonchi_Large_sowthistle_aphid.htm
Identification notes
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Wikipedia reference for Uroleucon sonchi: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Uroleucon_sonchi.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Sternorrhyncha
- Superfamily
- Aphidoidea
- Family
- Aphididae (Aphids)
- Subfamily
- Aphidinae
- Tribe
- Macrosiphini
- Genus
- Uroleucon
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Found on types of Sow-thistle.
Seasonal Activity
Summer and early autumn.
Diet and Behavior
Life History
Associated with Sow-thistle.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Thought to be common and widespread in Britain, but little recorded.
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Uroleucon sonchi. 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 sonchi (2)
Frequently Asked Questions About Uroleucon sonchi
What is Uroleucon sonchi?
Uroleucon sonchi is a species in the family Aphididae, within the order Hemiptera.
How do you identify Uroleucon sonchi?
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Where is Uroleucon sonchi found?
Habitat: Found on types of Sow-thistle.
When is Uroleucon sonchi active?
Uroleucon sonchi: seasonal activity - Summer and early autumn..
What is the life cycle of a Uroleucon sonchi?
Associated with Sow-thistle.