Zygina angusta
This record describes Zygina angusta (species). Recorded family: Cicadellidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Length 3 mm. The red zigzag pattern on the forewing rarely reaches the scutellum, and the area of clavus between the zigzag has a dark smoky tint. The scutellum is mostly brown and the hind tarsi of males have a pale basal and adjacent segment. Male sternal apodeme lobes elongate. Zygina ordinaria is very similar and can only be reliably disinguished from Z angusta by examination of male sternal apodemes; it has poorly developed lobes. Zygina tiliae/suavis/schneideri have a pale yellowish scutellum or with red markings; male tarsi are all darkened. Zygina flammigera has a pale area of clavus within the red zigzags. Can only be reliably identified by examination of internal abdominal structure - the apodemes - of males. Various trees, especially oak and hawthorn, overwinters on conifers, holly and ivy and other evergreens Common (ref: UK Auchenorrhyncha checklist 2021 ) Probably frequent; but very few specimens dissected to confirm ID https://www.britishbugs.org.uk/homoptera/Cicadellidae/Zygina_angusta.html
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera
- Family
- Cicadellidae
- Genus
- Zygina
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Various trees, especially oak and hawthorn, overwinters on conifers, holly and ivy and other evergreens
Seasonal Activity
Adult: July to May.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Common (ref:
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Zygina angusta. 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 Zygina angusta (7)
Frequently Asked Questions About Zygina angusta
What is Zygina angusta?
Zygina angusta is a species in the family Cicadellidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Zygina angusta?
3 mm. The red zigzag pattern on the forewing rarely reaches the scutellum, and the area of clavus between the zigzag has a dark smoky tint. The scutellum is mostly brown and the hind tarsi of males have a pale basal and adjacent segment. Male sternal apodeme lobes elongate.
Where is Zygina angusta found?
Habitat: Various trees, especially oak and hawthorn, overwinters on conifers, holly and ivy and other evergreens
When is Zygina angusta active?
Zygina angusta: seasonal activity - Adult: July to May..