Ceratocapsus pumilus
This record describes Ceratocapsus pumilus (species). Recorded family: Miridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
1) Clothed with two types of pubescence; 2) Dorsum without transverse pale mark; 3) Pronotum punctate with calli and anterior area of disk dark fuscous to black; 4) (vertex width + dorsal width of one eye) < A3 < (head width); 5) Scutellum and clavus rather thickly clothed with suberect, yellowish pubescence, but without long, pilose hairs.
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
Habitat
Grape ( Vitis sp.), willow ( Salix sp.)
Geographic Range
e. N. Amer. - Map ( 3 )
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Nymphs and adults prey on mites and aphids.
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Ceratocapsus pumilus. 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 pumilus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by WonGun Kim; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Ceratocapsus pumilus
What is Ceratocapsus pumilus?
Ceratocapsus pumilus is a species in the family Miridae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Ceratocapsus pumilus?
3.7-3.9 mm
How do you identify Ceratocapsus pumilus?
1) Clothed with two types of pubescence; 2) Dorsum without transverse pale mark; 3) Pronotum punctate with calli and anterior area of disk dark fuscous to black; 4) (vertex width + dorsal width of one eye) < A3 < (head width); 5) Scutellum and clavus rather thickly clothed with suberect, yellowish pubescence, but without long, pilose hairs.
Where is Ceratocapsus pumilus found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Grape ( Vitis sp.), willow ( Salix sp.) |
| Range | e. N. Amer. - Map ( 3 ) |
What does Ceratocapsus pumilus eat?
The diet of the Ceratocapsus pumilus includes Nymphs and adults prey on mites and aphids..