Acanthocephala femorata
This record describes Acanthocephala femorata (species). Recorded family: Coreidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Antennae uniformly colored, dull reddish or orangish; flange on hind tibia gently tapering distally; male hind femur greatly swollen and bearing a large spike; female hind femur slender and bearing several small spikes.
Wikipedia reference for Acanthocephala femorata: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Florida_leaf-footed_bug.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Heteroptera
- Superfamily
- Coreoidea
- Family
- Coreidae (Leaf-footed Bugs)
- Subfamily
- Coreinae
- Tribe
- Acanthocephalini
- Genus
- Acanthocephala
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Usually on brush and small trees in forests, woodlands, and old fields
Geographic Range
se. US (NC-FL to KS-TX) to El Salvador - Map
Seasonal Activity
year round in FL
Diet and Behavior
Life History
mono- or bivoltine; eggs are cemented to leaves
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Acanthocephala femorata ( Fabricius 1775)
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Acanthocephala femorata. 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 Acanthocephala femorata (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by Robin McLeod; Additional contributions by cotinis , Mike Quinn , drswanny , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Acanthocephala femorata
What is Acanthocephala femorata?
Acanthocephala femorata is a species in the family Coreidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Acanthocephala femorata?
25-28 mm
How do you identify Acanthocephala femorata?
Antennae uniformly colored, dull reddish or orangish; flange on hind tibia gently tapering distally; male hind femur greatly swollen and bearing a large spike; female hind femur slender and bearing several small spikes.
Where is Acanthocephala femorata found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Usually on brush and small trees in forests, woodlands, and old fields |
| Range | se. US (NC-FL to KS-TX) to El Salvador - Map |
When is Acanthocephala femorata active?
Acanthocephala femorata: seasonal activity - year round in FL.
What is the life cycle of a Acanthocephala femorata?
mono- or bivoltine; eggs are cemented to leaves