Xerophloea viridis
This record describes Xerophloea viridis (species). Recorded family: Cicadellidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Additional details | Crown with anterior margin angulate, slightly produced anteriorly; interocular width about 1.75 times median length. |
| Pronotum | Pronotum with median length about twice median length of crown, distinctly broader than basal half of head. |
| Body | Body uniformly and distinctly punctate. Males grey-fuscous with distinct fuscous median band on crown extending to middle of pronotum and transverse fuscous band on anterior margin of pronotum. Female uniformly green, faded in older specimens. [...] This species can be separated from breviceps by the lack of distinct carinae on the pronotum and crown, and from peltata by the shorter crown and geographical range. - Nielson, 1962 |
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Auchenorrhyncha
- Superfamily
- Membracoidea
- Family
- Cicadellidae (Typical Leafhoppers)
- Subfamily
- Ledrinae
- Genus
- Xerophloea
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e. US to AZ / Mex. to Argentina / W. Indies - Map
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Xerophloea viridis (Fabricius)
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Xerophloea viridis. 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 Xerophloea viridis (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Jeff Hollenbeck; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov , antarctica
Frequently Asked Questions About Xerophloea viridis
What is Xerophloea viridis?
Xerophloea viridis is a species in the family Cicadellidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Xerophloea viridis?
♂ 5.1-5.9, ♀ 5.7-6.3mm
How do you identify Xerophloea viridis?
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Additional details | Crown with anterior margin angulate, slightly produced anteriorly; interocular width about 1.75 times median length. |
| Pronotum | Pronotum with median length about twice median length of crown, distinctly broader than basal half of head. |
| Body | Body uniformly and distinctly punctate. Males grey-fuscous with distinct fuscous median band on crown extending to middle of pronotum and transverse fuscous band on anterior margin of pronotum. Female uniformly green, faded in older specimens. [...] This species can be separated from breviceps by the lack of distinct carinae on the pronotum and crown, and from peltata by the shorter crown and geographical range. - Nielson, 1962 |
Where is Xerophloea viridis found?
Range: e. US to AZ / Mex. to Argentina / W. Indies - Map