Aufeius impressicollis
This record describes Aufeius impressicollis (species). Recorded family: Rhopalidae. 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
- Coreoidea
- Family
- Rhopalidae (Scentless Plant Bugs)
- Subfamily
- Rhopalinae
- Tribe
- Harmostini
- Genus
- Aufeius
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
weedy fields
Geographic Range
MD‒IA‒SD‒WA to AR‒TX‒CA to C.America
Diet and Behavior
Life History
See ( 3 )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Aufeius impressicollis Stål 1870
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Aufeius impressicollis. 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 Aufeius impressicollis (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by John R. Maxwell; Additional contributions by Bbarnd , Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Aufeius impressicollis
How big is Aufeius impressicollis?
5‒6 mm
Where is Aufeius impressicollis found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | weedy fields |
| Range | MD‒IA‒SD‒WA to AR‒TX‒CA to C.America |
What is the life cycle of a Aufeius impressicollis?
See ( 3 )