Cosmopepla decorata
This record describes Cosmopepla decorata (species). Recorded family: Pentatomidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
The yellow markings on the prothorax, scutellum, and hemelytra can vary from pale yellow to bright orange-red. Type Locality: Mexico
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
AZ to Brazos R., TX / to Venezuela - Map ( 3 ) ( 4 ) ( 5 )
Diet and Behavior
Life History
common on mints, especially on common horehound ( Marrubium vulgare , Lamiaceae) in Mexico.
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: decorata (L). 'elegant"
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Cosmopepla decorata. 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 decorata (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Cosmopepla decorata
What is Cosmopepla decorata?
Cosmopepla decorata is a species in the family Pentatomidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How do you identify Cosmopepla decorata?
The yellow markings on the prothorax, scutellum, and hemelytra can vary from pale yellow to bright orange-red.
Where is Cosmopepla decorata found?
Range: AZ to Brazos R., TX / to Venezuela - Map ( 3 ) ( 4 ) ( 5 )
What is the life cycle of a Cosmopepla decorata?
common on mints, especially on common horehound ( Marrubium vulgare , Lamiaceae) in Mexico.