Corimelaena pulicaria
This record describes Corimelaena pulicaria (species). Recorded family: Thyreocoridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Pale stripe of corium extends over cubital vein. Head and pronotum distinctly arched and head with margins emarginate before eyes. Very similar to the apparently rare C. alpina (the two will be difficult to distinguish from photos) secretions affect the taste of berries on which the bugs feed
Wikipedia reference for Corimelaena pulicaria: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Corimelaena_pulicaria.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Heteroptera
- Superfamily
- Pentatomoidea
- Family
- Thyreocoridae (Ebony Bugs)
- Genus
- Corimelaena
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Various plants.
Geographic Range
Widespread. Southern Canada and New England west to British Columbia, south to Florida and Texas. Also found in Central America.
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Phytophagus. This species has been found on a wide variety of hosts as summarized by McPherson . Can be quite numerous on goldenrod in summer.
Life History
Overwinters as adults, immatures found in summer.
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Corimelaena pulicaria (Germar, 1839)
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Corimelaena pulicaria. 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 Corimelaena pulicaria (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by tom murray; Additional contributions by Bbarnd , v belov , mfdigiro
Frequently Asked Questions About Corimelaena pulicaria
What is Corimelaena pulicaria?
Corimelaena pulicaria is a species in the family Thyreocoridae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Corimelaena pulicaria?
2.2-3.5 mm
How do you identify Corimelaena pulicaria?
Pale stripe of corium extends over cubital vein. Head and pronotum distinctly arched and head with margins emarginate before eyes. Very similar to the apparently rare C. alpina (the two will be difficult to distinguish from photos)
Where is Corimelaena pulicaria found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Various plants. |
| Range | Widespread. Southern Canada and New England west to British Columbia, south to Florida and Texas. Also found in Central America. |
What does Corimelaena pulicaria eat?
The diet of the Corimelaena pulicaria includes Phytophagus. This species has been found on a wide variety of hosts as summarized by McPherson . Can be quite numerous on goldenrod in summer..
What is the life cycle of a Corimelaena pulicaria?
Overwinters as adults, immatures found in summer.