Apoecilus cynicus
This record describes Apoecilus cynicus (species). Recorded family: Pentatomidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Heteroptera
- Superfamily
- Pentatomoidea
- Family
- Pentatomidae (Stink Bugs)
- Subfamily
- Asopinae
- Genus
- Apoecilus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
woodland edges
Geographic Range
NA ±east of the Rockies (MT‒MB‒NF to AZ‒TX‒FL) - Map
Diet and Behavior
Diet: mostly caterpillars
Life History
overwinters as eggs (most pentatomids overwinter as adults)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Apoecilus cynicus (Say 1832)
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Apoecilus cynicus. 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 Apoecilus cynicus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by John R. Maxwell; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Apoecilus cynicus
How big is Apoecilus cynicus?
13‒20 mm
Where is Apoecilus cynicus found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | woodland edges |
| Range | NA ±east of the Rockies (MT‒MB‒NF to AZ‒TX‒FL) - Map |
What does Apoecilus cynicus eat?
The diet of the Apoecilus cynicus includes mostly caterpillars.
What is the life cycle of a Apoecilus cynicus?
overwinters as eggs (most pentatomids overwinter as adults)