Cardiastethus fasciiventris
This record describes Cardiastethus fasciiventris (species). Recorded family: Anthocoridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
A small (2-2.4mm) orange-brown bug. Antennae slightly longer than width of rear of pronotum; ant2 entirely pale. Front wings with the clavus lacking punctures and densely covered with pale hairs. Inner edge of anterior tibiae of male furnished with 25-30 fine spinules. Male paramere arched in a quarter circle, strongly channeled. Photos needed, and needs to be keyed out under magnification. Various habitats. Adults found on a large number of tree species. Most records come from the southern half of Britain.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera
- Family
- Anthocoridae
- Genus
- Cardiastethus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Various habitats. Adults found on a large number of tree species.
Seasonal Activity
Peak time is May to October.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Most records come from the southern half of Britain.
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Cardiastethus fasciiventris. 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 Cardiastethus fasciiventris (2)
Frequently Asked Questions About Cardiastethus fasciiventris
What is Cardiastethus fasciiventris?
Cardiastethus fasciiventris is a species in the family Anthocoridae, within the order Hemiptera.
Where is Cardiastethus fasciiventris found?
Habitat: Various habitats. Adults found on a large number of tree species.
When is Cardiastethus fasciiventris active?
Cardiastethus fasciiventris: seasonal activity - Peak time is May to October..