Cosmopepla conspicillaris
This record describes Cosmopepla conspicillaris (species). Recorded family: Pentatomidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
contrasting creamy white tip of the scutellum is the most obvious difference from C. uhleri (in which the apex is concolorous with the disc of the scutellum) [D.B. Thomas, pers.comm.] Often found on plants in the genus Stachys of the Mint Family (Lamiaceae).
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
- Carpocorini
- Genus
- Cosmopepla
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
Pacific Coast (Vancouver Is. to Baja) to MT‒CO
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Cosmopepla conspicillaris (Dallas 1851)
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Cosmopepla conspicillaris. 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 Cosmopepla conspicillaris (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by john and jane balaban; Additional contributions by Aaron Schusteff , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Cosmopepla conspicillaris
What is Cosmopepla conspicillaris?
Cosmopepla conspicillaris is a species in the family Pentatomidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How do you identify Cosmopepla conspicillaris?
contrasting creamy white tip of the scutellum is the most obvious difference from C. uhleri (in which the apex is concolorous with the disc of the scutellum) [D.B. Thomas, pers.comm.]
Where is Cosmopepla conspicillaris found?
Range: Pacific Coast (Vancouver Is. to Baja) to MT‒CO