Ctenotrachelus shermani
This record describes Ctenotrachelus shermani (species). Recorded family: Reduviidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
easily distinguished from species of other regional genera ( Oncocephalus, Narvesus, Pygolampis, Stenopoda ) of Stenopodainae by the antennal and femoral characters used in Blatchley’s key , but is further set off by the wide separation of the 1st and 2nd pairs of legs and a curious modification of the procoxal acetabulum. The ventral edges of propleura and mesopleura – in the region of their commisure – are flared outward to form a hoodlike covering over the coxal base... Type specimen is from Raleigh, NC, and was originally under the incorrect name Schumannia mexicana Champion , and this record was listed that way by Brimley with a date of 28 June 1902.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Heteroptera
- Superfamily
- Miroidea
- Family
- Reduviidae (Assassin Bugs)
- Subfamily
- Stenopodainae
- Genus
- Ctenotrachelus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
se US (TX-FL-VA-AR) / Mex. / Cuba - Map ( 4 ) ( 3 ) ( 5 )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Ctenotrachelus shermani Barber 1930
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Ctenotrachelus shermani. 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 Ctenotrachelus shermani (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by Cotinis; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Ctenotrachelus shermani
What is Ctenotrachelus shermani?
Ctenotrachelus shermani is a species in the family Reduviidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Ctenotrachelus shermani?
11-12 mm (NCSU Insect Museum--dead link)
How do you identify Ctenotrachelus shermani?
easily distinguished from species of other regional genera ( Oncocephalus, Narvesus, Pygolampis, Stenopoda ) of Stenopodainae by the antennal and femoral characters used in Blatchley’s key , but is further set off by the wide separation of the 1st and 2nd pairs of legs and a curious modification of the procoxal acetabulum. The ventral edges of propleura and mesopleura – in the region of their commisure – are flared outward to form a hoodlike covering over the coxal base...
Where is Ctenotrachelus shermani found?
Range: se US (TX-FL-VA-AR) / Mex. / Cuba - Map ( 4 ) ( 3 ) ( 5 )