Corixa panzeri
This record describes Corixa panzeri (species). Recorded family: Corixidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Corixa panzeri is 10 to 11 mm in length and has 10 to14 pale lines on the pronotum. Unless identified by a recognised expert, a photo is required and the specimen should be examined with a microscope. In the comments box, state the key or ID method used and describe the size and identifying characters. It has a preference for alkaline ponds and lakes, sometimes weakly saline, with a water depth of 50 cm or more and a low organic matter content. Adults generally overwinter (although nymphs have been found overwintering in bottom mud) and oviposit in April. Egg and nymphal development takes 2 to 2.5 months and the resulting adults may give rise to a second generation. It is possible that first generation adults and second generation nymphs overwinter, but evidence for this is uncertain. C. panzeri feeds on algae and chironomid larvae. Corixa panzeri is widely distributed in the UK, but seldom abundant.
Classification
Habitat and Range
Habitat
It has a preference for alkaline ponds and lakes, sometimes weakly saline, with a water depth of 50 cm or more and a low organic matter content.
Seasonal Activity
All year round.
Diet and Behavior
Life History
Adults generally overwinter (although nymphs have been found overwintering in bottom mud) and oviposit in April. Egg and nymphal development takes 2 to 2.5 months and the resulting adults may give rise to a second generation. It is possible that first generation adults and second generation nymphs overwinter, but evidence for this is uncertain.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Corixa panzeri
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Corixa panzeri. 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 Corixa panzeri (10)
Frequently Asked Questions About Corixa panzeri
What is Corixa panzeri?
Corixa panzeri is a species in the family Corixidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Corixa panzeri?
and has 10 to14 pale lines on the pronotum.
Where is Corixa panzeri found?
Habitat: It has a preference for alkaline ponds and lakes, sometimes weakly saline, with a water depth of 50 cm or more and a low organic matter content.
When is Corixa panzeri active?
Corixa panzeri: seasonal activity - All year round..
What is the life cycle of a Corixa panzeri?
Adults generally overwinter (although nymphs have been found overwintering in bottom mud) and oviposit in April. Egg and nymphal development takes 2 to 2.5 months and the resulting adults may give rise to a second generation. It is possible that first generation adults and second generation nymphs overwinter, but evidence for this is uncertain.