Dagbertus fasciatus
This record describes Dagbertus fasciatus (species). Recorded family: Miridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
A2 uniformly pale, scutellum lacking red or fuscous markings, if weakly marked, inner margin of clavus infuscated or clouded with brown. Paraclypeus with a bright red, transverse band apically. Pronotum with a dark, transverse band posteriorly. Type Locality: SC
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Heteroptera
- Superfamily
- Miroidea
- Family
- Miridae (Plant Bugs)
- Subfamily
- Mirinae
- Tribe
- Mirini
- Genus
- Dagbertus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e. US (TX-FL-ME-IN) - Map , mostly se US Gulf coast & Mex.
Seasonal Activity
June-July-August in southeast per Snodgrass et al. (1984)
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Found on common purslane ( Portulaca oleracea ) in Mississippi per Snodgrass et al. (1984) Per USDA , Portulaca oleracea is a non-native species occurring throughout the continental U.S. Associated with avocado in Florida per Leston (1979)
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Dagbertus fasciatus. 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 Dagbertus fasciatus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn; Additional contributions by onegunah
Frequently Asked Questions About Dagbertus fasciatus
What is Dagbertus fasciatus?
Dagbertus fasciatus is a species in the family Miridae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Dagbertus fasciatus?
~4.5 mm
How do you identify Dagbertus fasciatus?
A2 uniformly pale, scutellum lacking red or fuscous markings, if weakly marked, inner margin of clavus infuscated or clouded with brown. Paraclypeus with a bright red, transverse band apically. Pronotum with a dark, transverse band posteriorly.
Where is Dagbertus fasciatus found?
Range: e. US (TX-FL-ME-IN) - Map , mostly se US Gulf coast & Mex.
What does Dagbertus fasciatus eat?
The diet of the Dagbertus fasciatus includes Found on common purslane ( Portulaca oleracea ) in Mississippi per Snodgrass et al. (1984) Per USDA , Portulaca oleracea is a non-native species occurring throughout the continental U.S. Associated with avocado in Florida per Leston (1979).
When is Dagbertus fasciatus active?
Dagbertus fasciatus: seasonal activity - June-July-August in southeast per Snodgrass et al. (1984).