Argyrocoris scurrilis
This record describes Argyrocoris scurrilis (species). Recorded family: Miridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Additional details | Species notes from Van Duzee : Testaceous white; pronotum with five lines of appressed silvery scales the three median of which are continued over the head. Length 5 mm... |
| Elytra | Elytra nearly unicolorous. Membrane white, sparingly marmorate with fuscous beyond the areoles. |
| Legs | Legs concolorous, the hind femora with three longitudinal black lines below, which are more or less visible from above. Type Locality: Ariz. most records at lights |
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
- Argyrocoris
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
desert areas ( 4 )
Geographic Range
sw US (sw.CA-w.TX, UT-CO) - Map
Diet and Behavior
Diet: unk.
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Argyrocoris scurrilis Van Duzee, 1912
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Argyrocoris scurrilis. 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 Argyrocoris scurrilis (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Jason Botz; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Argyrocoris scurrilis
What is Argyrocoris scurrilis?
Argyrocoris scurrilis is a species in the family Miridae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Argyrocoris scurrilis?
~5 mm
How do you identify Argyrocoris scurrilis?
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Additional details | Species notes from Van Duzee : Testaceous white; pronotum with five lines of appressed silvery scales the three median of which are continued over the head. Length 5 mm... |
| Elytra | Elytra nearly unicolorous. Membrane white, sparingly marmorate with fuscous beyond the areoles. |
| Legs | Legs concolorous, the hind femora with three longitudinal black lines below, which are more or less visible from above. |
Where is Argyrocoris scurrilis found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | desert areas ( 4 ) |
| Range | sw US (sw.CA-w.TX, UT-CO) - Map |
What does Argyrocoris scurrilis eat?
The diet of the Argyrocoris scurrilis includes unk..