Aradus inornatus
This record describes Aradus inornatus (species). Recorded family: Aradidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Among those eastern species with the antennae thinner than the profemur and a serrate lateral pronotal margin, this species is diagnosed by the clavate (gradually enlarged from base to apex) second antennomere being greater than three times the length of the third.
Classification
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
In our region, known from DC, GA, IL, MA, MB, MD, ME, MI, MO, NC, NE, NH, NJ, ON, PA, QC, SC, SD, TN, TX, VA, WI, and WV .
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Aradus inornatus. 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 inornatus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by drswanny
Frequently Asked Questions About Aradus inornatus
What is Aradus inornatus?
Aradus inornatus is a species in the family Aradidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Aradus inornatus?
8-13 mm
How do you identify Aradus inornatus?
Among those eastern species with the antennae thinner than the profemur and a serrate lateral pronotal margin, this species is diagnosed by the clavate (gradually enlarged from base to apex) second antennomere being greater than three times the length of the third.
Where is Aradus inornatus found?
Range: In our region, known from DC, GA, IL, MA, MB, MD, ME, MI, MO, NC, NE, NH, NJ, ON, PA, QC, SC, SD, TN, TX, VA, WI, and WV .