Apachemiris areolatus
This record describes Apachemiris areolatus (species). Recorded family: Miridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Largest species in the genus. Length of cuneus > 1.5x its width. Width of pronotum is 1.33x the width of the head across the eyes.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Heteroptera
- Superfamily
- Miroidea
- Family
- Miridae (Plant Bugs)
- Subfamily
- Orthotylinae
- Tribe
- Orthotylini
- Genus
- Apachemiris
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
No host plant reported.
Geographic Range
Reported from TX, NM.
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Apachemiris areolatus. 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 Apachemiris areolatus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Jason Botz
Frequently Asked Questions About Apachemiris areolatus
What is Apachemiris areolatus?
Apachemiris areolatus is a species in the family Miridae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Apachemiris areolatus?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Male | 3.34-3.62 mm |
| Female | 3.10-3.24 mm (ranges from a small number of specimens) |
How do you identify Apachemiris areolatus?
Largest species in the genus. Length of cuneus > 1.5x its width. Width of pronotum is 1.33x the width of the head across the eyes.
Where is Apachemiris areolatus found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | No host plant reported. |
| Range | Reported from TX, NM. |