Dichrooscytus cuneatus
This record describes Dichrooscytus cuneatus (species). Recorded family: Miridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Basal half and apex of cuneus red. [Base color of] hemelytra pale yellowish, apical margin of corium infuscated. The hemelytra are weakly to strongly speckled with red flecks (J.T. Botz, personal observation).
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
- Dichrooscytus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
Reported from CO, but range appears to include NM and AZ as well.
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Dichrooscytus cuneatus. 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 Dichrooscytus cuneatus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Jason Botz
Frequently Asked Questions About Dichrooscytus cuneatus
What is Dichrooscytus cuneatus?
Dichrooscytus cuneatus is a species in the family Miridae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Dichrooscytus cuneatus?
female: 3.5 mm (description of species was based on females only)
How do you identify Dichrooscytus cuneatus?
Basal half and apex of cuneus red. [Base color of] hemelytra pale yellowish, apical margin of corium infuscated. The hemelytra are weakly to strongly speckled with red flecks (J.T. Botz, personal observation).
Where is Dichrooscytus cuneatus found?
Range: Reported from CO, but range appears to include NM and AZ as well.