Zyginella pulchra
This record describes Zyginella pulchra (species). Recorded family: Cicadellidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Length 3.0 to 3.5 mm. A sexually dimorphic species; males have a red clavus and scutellum which varies in extent and intesity. Females lack the red markings. Both sexes have a greensh-yellow ground colour, a dark spot at wing apex and greyish apical cells. Usually Sycamore, overwinter on evergreens e.g. Ivy, Yew and Leyland Cypress. A recent immigrant to the UK first recorded in 2001 and now widespread. (ref. British Bugs webpage; link below) https://www.britishbugs.org.uk/homoptera/Cicadellidae/Zyginella_pulchra.html No additional images available for this species.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera
- Family
- Cicadellidae
- Genus
- Zyginella
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Usually Sycamore, overwinter on evergreens e.g. Ivy, Yew and Leyland Cypress.
Seasonal Activity
Adult: mainly September-May.
Additional species information
Recorded status
A recent immigrant to the UK first recorded in 2001 and now widespread. (ref. British Bugs webpage; link below)
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Zyginella pulchra. 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 Zyginella pulchra (9)
Frequently Asked Questions About Zyginella pulchra
What is Zyginella pulchra?
Zyginella pulchra is a species in the family Cicadellidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Zyginella pulchra?
3.0 to 3.5 mm. A sexually dimorphic species; males have a red clavus and scutellum which varies in extent and intesity. Females lack the red markings. Both sexes have a greensh-yellow ground colour, a dark spot at wing apex and greyish apical cells.
Where is Zyginella pulchra found?
Habitat: Usually Sycamore, overwinter on evergreens e.g. Ivy, Yew and Leyland Cypress.
When is Zyginella pulchra active?
Zyginella pulchra: seasonal activity - Adult: mainly September-May..