Zygina flammigera
This record describes Zygina flammigera (species). Recorded family: Cicadellidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Length 3 mm. Forewings with a red zigzag pattern. The area of the clavus between the red zigzags is pale. and the scutellum is brown. In males, the basal segment and adjacent segment of the rear tarsi are pale and the apical segment and part of the middle segment are darkened. Zygina angusta/ordinaria have a smoky tint over the clavus betwen the red zigzags and a dark scutellum. Zygina tiliae/suavis/schneideri have a pale yellowish scutellum or with red markings; male tarsi are all darkened. Various deciduous trees, especially oak, hawthorn and Prunus ; overwinters in conifers, holly, ivy and other evergreens Common (ref: UK Auchenorrhyncha checklist 2021 ) https://www.britishbugs.org.uk/homoptera/Cicadellidae/Zygina_flammigera.html
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
- Typhlocybinae
- Tribe
- Erythroneurini
- Genus
- Zygina
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Various deciduous trees, especially oak, hawthorn and
Seasonal Activity
Adult: All year.
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 flammigera. 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 flammigera (10)
Frequently Asked Questions About Zygina flammigera
What is Zygina flammigera?
Zygina flammigera is a species in the family Cicadellidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Zygina flammigera?
3 mm. Forewings with a red zigzag pattern. The area of the clavus between the red zigzags is pale. and the scutellum is brown. In males, the basal segment and adjacent segment of the rear tarsi are pale and the apical segment and part of the middle segment are darkened.
Where is Zygina flammigera found?
Habitat: Various deciduous trees, especially oak, hawthorn and
When is Zygina flammigera active?
Zygina flammigera: seasonal activity - Adult: All year..