Dichrooscytus rufipennis
This record describes Dichrooscytus rufipennis (species). Recorded family: Miridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Dichrooscytus is comprised of 4 species in Europe. These are all quite similar. They are mainly green and have greenish red wings. Dichrooscytus rufipennis is the biggest of the four species, measuring some 6 mm. The second antennal segment is larger than pronotum base in D. rufipennis. Unless identified by a recognised expert, a photo is required and the specimen should be examined with a microscope. In the comments box, state the key or ID method used and describe the size and identifying characters. This is a species associated solely with Scots Pine. The larvae can be seen from April, adults appear in June. Females deposit their eggs in autumn, but the eggs do not hatch before spring next year. Seems to be widespread in Britain, but it is not well recorded. No additional images available for this species.
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
Habitat
This is a species associated solely with Scots Pine.
Seasonal Activity
The larvae can be seen from April, adults appear in June.
Diet and Behavior
Life History
Females deposit their eggs in autumn, but the eggs do not hatch before spring next year.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Seems to be widespread in Britain, but it is not well recorded.
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Dichrooscytus rufipennis. 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 rufipennis (2)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dichrooscytus rufipennis
What is Dichrooscytus rufipennis?
Dichrooscytus rufipennis is a species in the family Miridae, within the order Hemiptera.
Where is Dichrooscytus rufipennis found?
Habitat: This is a species associated solely with Scots Pine.
When is Dichrooscytus rufipennis active?
Dichrooscytus rufipennis: seasonal activity - The larvae can be seen from April, adults appear in June..
What is the life cycle of a Dichrooscytus rufipennis?
Females deposit their eggs in autumn, but the eggs do not hatch before spring next year.