Dendrocoris parapini
This record describes Dendrocoris parapini (species). Recorded family: Pentatomidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance

The elongate head with dark punctations along the margin is diagnostic. Det. J. E. Eger, 1984 two short series from the Davis Mtns in the TAMUIC and three county records from NM
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
- Procleticini
- Genus
- Dendrocoris
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
NM to w. TX - Map
Diet and Behavior
Diet: taken on pinyon pine ( Pinus cembroides , Pinaceae)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Dendrocoris parapini Nelson 1957
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Dendrocoris parapini. 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 Dendrocoris parapini (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Dendrocoris parapini
What is Dendrocoris parapini?
Dendrocoris parapini is a species in the family Pentatomidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How do you identify Dendrocoris parapini?
The elongate head with dark punctations along the margin is diagnostic. Det. J. E. Eger, 1984
Where is Dendrocoris parapini found?
Range: NM to w. TX - Map
What does Dendrocoris parapini eat?
The diet of the Dendrocoris parapini includes taken on pinyon pine ( Pinus cembroides , Pinaceae).
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