Amnestus spinifrons
This record describes Amnestus spinifrons (species). Recorded family: Cydnidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Juga each with 5 marginal pegs, beak extending to or past the hind coxae
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
Habitat
Usually associated with moist vegetation but has been found in drier habitats
Geographic Range
e NA (QC‒FL to ON‒IA‒UT‒TX)
Diet and Behavior
Life History
Overwinters as adults
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Amnestus spinifrons (Say 1825)
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Amnestus spinifrons. 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 spinifrons (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Brad Barnd; Additional contributions by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Amnestus spinifrons
What is Amnestus spinifrons?
Amnestus spinifrons is a species in the family Cydnidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Amnestus spinifrons?
2.7‒3.7 mm
How do you identify Amnestus spinifrons?
Juga each with 5 marginal pegs, beak extending to or past the hind coxae
Where is Amnestus spinifrons found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Usually associated with moist vegetation but has been found in drier habitats |
| Range | e NA (QC‒FL to ON‒IA‒UT‒TX) |
What is the life cycle of a Amnestus spinifrons?
Overwinters as adults