Chlorochroa opuntiae
This record describes Chlorochroa opuntiae (species). Recorded family: Pentatomidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Rostrum exceptionally long (ventral shots may prove critical). Southern specimens tend to be green and smaller; northern ones, purplish-black and larger Found on cholla cactus along with Narnia sp. (Coreidae)
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Heteroptera
- Superfamily
- Pentatomoidea
- Family
- Pentatomidae (Stink Bugs)
- Subfamily
- Pentatominae
- Tribe
- Nezarini
- Genus
- Chlorochroa
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
w. NA (AB‒WA‒OR‒AZ to ND‒TX) ( 3 )
Seasonal Activity
Summer months in sw.US
Diet and Behavior
Life History
5th instar nymphs:
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Chlorochroa opuntiae Esselbaugh 1948
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Chlorochroa opuntiae. 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 Chlorochroa opuntiae (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Phillip Harpootlian , Andrew Meeds , dmelius
Frequently Asked Questions About Chlorochroa opuntiae
What is Chlorochroa opuntiae?
Chlorochroa opuntiae is a species in the family Pentatomidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Chlorochroa opuntiae?
11‒16 mm
How do you identify Chlorochroa opuntiae?
Rostrum exceptionally long (ventral shots may prove critical). Southern specimens tend to be green and smaller; northern ones, purplish-black and larger
Where is Chlorochroa opuntiae found?
Range: w. NA (AB‒WA‒OR‒AZ to ND‒TX) ( 3 )
When is Chlorochroa opuntiae active?
Chlorochroa opuntiae: seasonal activity - Summer months in sw.US.
What is the life cycle of a Chlorochroa opuntiae?
5th instar nymphs: