Chlorochroa saucia
This record describes Chlorochroa saucia (species). Recorded family: Pentatomidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
pronotum with anterolateral margins carinate (ridged) but not reflexed
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
Habitat
saltmarsh vegetation, particularly grasses including Spartina patens and Distichlis spicata (Poaceae)
Geographic Range
Atlantic & Gulf Coast (NS‒FL‒TX) - Map
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Chlorochroa saucia (Say 1832)
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Chlorochroa saucia. 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 saucia (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by tom murray; Additional contributions by Andrew Meeds , Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Chlorochroa saucia
What is Chlorochroa saucia?
Chlorochroa saucia is a species in the family Pentatomidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Chlorochroa saucia?
10‒12 mm
How do you identify Chlorochroa saucia?
pronotum with anterolateral margins carinate (ridged) but not reflexed
Where is Chlorochroa saucia found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | saltmarsh vegetation, particularly grasses including Spartina patens and Distichlis spicata (Poaceae) |
| Range | Atlantic & Gulf Coast (NS‒FL‒TX) - Map |