Anasa repetita
This record describes Anasa repetita (species). Recorded family: Coreidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Yellow head, reddish yellow fourth antennal segment, black spot at the tip of the scutellum, scattered spots on the membrane. (Comment by WonGun Kim) scarce species
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
- Hypselonotini
- Genus
- Anasa (Squash Bugs)
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
ne. quarter of the US (MA-VA to NE-OK) - Map
Diet and Behavior
Diet: host: wild cucumber ( Echinocystis lobata , Cucurbitaceae)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Anasa repetita Heidemann 1905
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Anasa repetita. 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 Anasa repetita (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Tony DiTerlizzi; Additional contributions by Beatriz Moisset , Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Anasa repetita
What is Anasa repetita?
Anasa repetita is a species in the family Coreidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How do you identify Anasa repetita?
Yellow head, reddish yellow fourth antennal segment, black spot at the tip of the scutellum, scattered spots on the membrane. (Comment by WonGun Kim)
Where is Anasa repetita found?
Range: ne. quarter of the US (MA-VA to NE-OK) - Map
What does Anasa repetita eat?
The diet of the Anasa repetita includes host: wild cucumber ( Echinocystis lobata , Cucurbitaceae).