Bisulcopsallus pallidus
This record describes Bisulcopsallus pallidus (species). Recorded family: Miridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Recognized by the relatively large size among Bisulcopsallus spp.,... the entirely pale coloration, and the structure of the male genitalia...
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
- Phylinae
- Tribe
- Phylini
- Genus
- Bisulcopsallus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
host unknown
Geographic Range
southern AZ
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Bisulcopsallus pallidus. 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 Bisulcopsallus pallidus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Jason Botz
Frequently Asked Questions About Bisulcopsallus pallidus
What is Bisulcopsallus pallidus?
Bisulcopsallus pallidus is a species in the family Miridae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Bisulcopsallus pallidus?
Male 3.19-3.50 mm, female 3.23-3.41 mm
How do you identify Bisulcopsallus pallidus?
Recognized by the relatively large size among Bisulcopsallus spp.,... the entirely pale coloration, and the structure of the male genitalia...
Where is Bisulcopsallus pallidus found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | host unknown |
| Range | southern AZ |