Deraeocoris nigritulus
This record describes Deraeocoris nigritulus (species). Recorded family: Miridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
1) Dorsum hairy; 2) Pronotum, hemelytra, and legs uniformly dark brown; 3) Paler subtranslucent areas of hemelytra stained with brownish; and 4) Apical half of hind tibiae usually with a pale ring.
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
- Deraeocorinae
- Tribe
- Deraeocorini
- Genus
- Deraeocoris
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Pinus virginiana
Geographic Range
OH, VA, DC, MD ( 3 )
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Deraeocoris nigritulus. 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 Deraeocoris nigritulus (4)
Photo credits: Contributed by WonGun Kim
Frequently Asked Questions About Deraeocoris nigritulus
What is Deraeocoris nigritulus?
Deraeocoris nigritulus is a species in the family Miridae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Deraeocoris nigritulus?
5.9-6.4 mm
How do you identify Deraeocoris nigritulus?
1) Dorsum hairy; 2) Pronotum, hemelytra, and legs uniformly dark brown; 3) Paler subtranslucent areas of hemelytra stained with brownish; and 4) Apical half of hind tibiae usually with a pale ring.
Where is Deraeocoris nigritulus found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Pinus virginiana |
| Range | OH, VA, DC, MD ( 3 ) |