Chorosoma schillingi
This record describes Chorosoma schillingi (species). Recorded family: Rhopalidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
A very long and narrow straw-coloured bug, 14-16mm long, found in grasslands. It is usually brachypterous. Some Mirid bugs found in grasslands are also very long and thin, but do not have ocelli or membraneous wings Records should be accompanied by good photographs. Locally common; mainly southern and coastal distribution (ref. British Heteroptera checklist (2021) https://www.britishbugs.org.uk/systematic_het.html ) https://www.britishbugs.org.uk/heteroptera/Rhopalidae/chorosoma_schillingi.html
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera
- Family
- Rhopalidae
- Genus
- Chorosoma
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Grasslands.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Locally common; mainly southern and coastal distribution (ref. British Heteroptera checklist (2021)
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Chorosoma schillingi. 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 Chorosoma schillingi (5)
Frequently Asked Questions About Chorosoma schillingi
What is Chorosoma schillingi?
Chorosoma schillingi is a species in the family Rhopalidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Chorosoma schillingi?
15mm
Where is Chorosoma schillingi found?
Habitat: Grasslands.