Buchananiella continua
This record describes Buchananiella continua (species). Recorded family: Anthocoridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Additional details | A small (approx. 2.5 mm) brown, or reddish brown bug. Macropterous, shiny and covered with a rather long pale pubescence. |
| Antennae | Antennae longer than head and pronotum combined, brownish with ant2 paler at least in its basal half. |
| Legs | Legs slender, pale, the basal third of the anterior tibiae and sometimes the intermediate ones more or less darkened. |
| Pronotum | Pronotum strongly trapezoidal, straight lateral edges, longitudinal furrow across the middle . Unless identified by a recognised expert, a photo is required and the specimen should be examined with a microscope. In the comments box, state the key or ID method used and describe the size and identifying characters. The species has been found under fallen or cut off branches of trees, especially sycamore, with the dry foliage still present. It has also been swept from Ivy which had been cut back and found under bark. Observed for the first time in Great Britain in London in 1995 it has since been recorded as far north as Yorkshire. |
Wikipedia reference for Buchananiella continua: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Buchananiella_continua.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Heteroptera
- Superfamily
- Cimicoidea
- Family
- Anthocoridae (Minute Pirate Bugs)
- Tribe
- Dufouriellini
- Genus
- Buchananiella
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
The species has been found under fallen or cut off branches of trees, especially sycamore, with the dry foliage still present. It has also been swept from Ivy which had been cut back and found under bark.
Seasonal Activity
All year round.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Observed for the first time in Great Britain in London in 1995 it has since been recorded as far north as Yorkshire.
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Buchananiella continua. 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 Buchananiella continua (2)
Frequently Asked Questions About Buchananiella continua
What is Buchananiella continua?
Buchananiella continua is a species in the family Anthocoridae, within the order Hemiptera.
Where is Buchananiella continua found?
Habitat: The species has been found under fallen or cut off branches of trees, especially sycamore, with the dry foliage still present. It has also been swept from Ivy which had been cut back and found under bark.
When is Buchananiella continua active?
Buchananiella continua: seasonal activity - All year round..