Buenoa scimitra
This record describes Buenoa scimitra (species). Recorded family: Notonectidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Stridulatory area on inner surface of profemur scimitar-shaped, almost crossing the femur, consisting of about 60 ridges
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Heteroptera
- Superfamily
- Notonectoidea
- Family
- Notonectidae (Backswimmers)
- Genus
- Buenoa
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
so.US (VA-FL to CA) to Mexico & W.Indies
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Buenoa scimitra Bare 1925
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Buenoa scimitra. 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 Buenoa scimitra (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Brady Richards; Additional contributions by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Buenoa scimitra
What is Buenoa scimitra?
Buenoa scimitra is a species in the family Notonectidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Buenoa scimitra?
4.5-7.5 mm
How do you identify Buenoa scimitra?
Stridulatory area on inner surface of profemur scimitar-shaped, almost crossing the femur, consisting of about 60 ridges
Where is Buenoa scimitra found?
Range: so.US (VA-FL to CA) to Mexico & W.Indies