Ceratocapsus apicatus
This record describes Ceratocapsus apicatus (species). Recorded family: Miridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Closely allied to fasciatus Uhl., but with thicker antenna, a pale band across apex of corium as well as one at apex of scutellum, a unicolorous membrane and darker legs ( original description )
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
- Orthotylinae
- Tribe
- Ceratocapsini
- Genus
- Ceratocapsus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
w.NA
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Ceratocapsus apicatus Van Duzee 1921
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Ceratocapsus apicatus. 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 Ceratocapsus apicatus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by onegunah
Frequently Asked Questions About Ceratocapsus apicatus
What is Ceratocapsus apicatus?
Ceratocapsus apicatus is a species in the family Miridae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Ceratocapsus apicatus?
4.5‒5 mm (from original description )
How do you identify Ceratocapsus apicatus?
Closely allied to fasciatus Uhl., but with thicker antenna, a pale band across apex of corium as well as one at apex of scutellum, a unicolorous membrane and darker legs ( original description )
Where is Ceratocapsus apicatus found?
Range: w.NA