Diaditus tejanus
This record describes Diaditus tejanus (species). Recorded family: Reduviidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Presence of lamellate setae along the prosternal channel seems to be the best character to separate from T. pictipes . [Dan Swanson, pers. comm.] readily comes to lights. ( 5 )
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
- Diaditus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
se US (TX-FL, SC, AR) / Mex. - Map , previously thought to be a coastal species , recent records indicate it is not restricted to coastal areas .
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Diaditus tejanus Giacchi, 1980
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Diaditus tejanus. 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 Diaditus tejanus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn; Additional contributions by Bbarnd , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Diaditus tejanus
What is Diaditus tejanus?
Diaditus tejanus is a species in the family Reduviidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Diaditus tejanus?
About 8.1 mm to 9.6 mm
How do you identify Diaditus tejanus?
Presence of lamellate setae along the prosternal channel seems to be the best character to separate from T. pictipes . [Dan Swanson, pers. comm.]
Where is Diaditus tejanus found?
Range: se US (TX-FL, SC, AR) / Mex. - Map , previously thought to be a coastal species , recent records indicate it is not restricted to coastal areas .