Cymus glandicolor
This record describes Cymus glandicolor (species). Recorded family: Lygaeidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Length 4 to 5 mm. Cymus species have a narrow shape and densely punctured head, pronotum, scutellum and forewings. Cymus glandicolor is slightly larger than the two other common species , and has a pale keel on the scutellum and a dark streak on each forewing along the cubital vein. Cymus aurescens is similar, but much less common; see link below to British Bugs website. It has not been recorded in VC55. Good photographs taken in the field or of a specimen, clearly showing keeled scutellum Damp grassland and marsh, associated with sedges and rushes. Common (ref.: British Heteroptera checklist 2021 on British Bugs website ) https://www.britishbugs.org.uk/heteroptera/Lygaeidae/cymus_glandicolor.html No additional images available for this species.
Classification
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Damp grassland and marsh, associated with sedges and rushes.
Seasonal Activity
Adult: All year
Additional species information
Recorded status
Common (ref.: British Heteroptera checklist 2021 on
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Cymus glandicolor. 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 Cymus glandicolor (3)
Frequently Asked Questions About Cymus glandicolor
What is Cymus glandicolor?
Cymus glandicolor is a species in the family Lygaeidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Cymus glandicolor?
4 to 5 mm.
Where is Cymus glandicolor found?
Habitat: Damp grassland and marsh, associated with sedges and rushes.
When is Cymus glandicolor active?
Cymus glandicolor: seasonal activity - Adult: All year.