Calocoris alpestris
This record describes Calocoris alpestris (species). Recorded family: Miridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Length 9-11 mm. One of many entirely green plant bugs but distinctive due to its large size and very elongate shape. The 1st antennal segment is very long. The base of the scutellum is sometimes narrowly dark, as is a thin collar behind the head. This species can be identified from good quality photographs with care but there are similar species that it could be confused with. This species can be identified from good quality photographs with care but there are similar species that it could be confused with. A local species, found in upland or northern areas (including hills in southern England).
Classification
Habitat and Range
Habitat
On Nettles, often in damp woodland.
Seasonal Activity
Adult: May - August.
Additional species information
Recorded status
A local species, found in upland or northern areas (including hills in southern England).
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Calocoris alpestris. 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 Calocoris alpestris (10)
Frequently Asked Questions About Calocoris alpestris
What is Calocoris alpestris?
Calocoris alpestris is a species in the family Miridae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Calocoris alpestris?
9-11 mm. One of many entirely green plant bugs but distinctive due to its large size and very elongate shape. The 1st antennal segment is very long. The base of the scutellum is sometimes narrowly dark, as is a thin collar behind the head.
Where is Calocoris alpestris found?
Habitat: On Nettles, often in damp woodland.
When is Calocoris alpestris active?
Calocoris alpestris: seasonal activity - Adult: May - August..