Amnestus basidentatus
This record describes Amnestus basidentatus (species). Recorded family: Cydnidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
males metafemoral spine very short (very long in A. pusillus ); females indistinguishable from A. pusio 's
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Heteroptera
- Superfamily
- Pentatomoidea
- Family
- Cydnidae (Burrowing Bugs)
- Genus
- Amnestus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e.US (NY‒FL to MO‒w.TX); Cuba
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Amnestus basidentatus. 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 Amnestus basidentatus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Brad Barnd; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Amnestus basidentatus
What is Amnestus basidentatus?
Amnestus basidentatus is a species in the family Cydnidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Amnestus basidentatus?
1.75‒2 mm
How do you identify Amnestus basidentatus?
males metafemoral spine very short (very long in A. pusillus ); females indistinguishable from A. pusio 's
Where is Amnestus basidentatus found?
Range: e.US (NY‒FL to MO‒w.TX); Cuba