Aradus antennalis
This record describes Aradus antennalis (species). Recorded family: Aradidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Separated from A. kormilevi by the bicolorous third antennal segment (apical half pale yellow), whereas this segment is unicolorous in A. kormilevi . Furthermore, brachypterous females of A. antennalis have a distinct narrow membrane and brachypterous females of A. kormilevi have the membrane vestigial or absent. Originally described as a subspecies of the North American species previously identified as A. cinnamomeus , which was subsequently renamed A. kormilevi .
Classification
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
In our region, known from BC, CA, ID, NE, and WA .
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Aradus antennalis. 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 Aradus antennalis (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by drswanny
Frequently Asked Questions About Aradus antennalis
What is Aradus antennalis?
Aradus antennalis is a species in the family Aradidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Aradus antennalis?
3-5 mm
How do you identify Aradus antennalis?
Separated from A. kormilevi by the bicolorous third antennal segment (apical half pale yellow), whereas this segment is unicolorous in A. kormilevi . Furthermore, brachypterous females of A. antennalis have a distinct narrow membrane and brachypterous females of A. kormilevi have the membrane vestigial or absent.
Where is Aradus antennalis found?
Range: In our region, known from BC, CA, ID, NE, and WA .