Dicyphus errans
This record describes Dicyphus errans (species). Recorded family: Miridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Additional details | Length of adult macropters (long-winged forms) 4 to 5 mm. |
| Legs | Legs and antennae long and slender; hind tibia c.3mm. and antennnae >3mm. |
| Head | Head, pronotum and basal and 2nd antennal segments often black. Teneral and pale forms have paler heads and antennae. Dark mesopleura (thorax sides). |
| Pronotum | Pronotum with two small rounded lumps (pronotal callosities) at the front part and smooth at the rear. Together with the collar, the callosities are less than the length of the smooth part of the pronotum to the back of the pronotum. (ref.: B S Nau, unpublished key to Miridae, 2012) Detailed examination of the specimen is needed to identify the species; details of pronotum, mesopleura and measurements of antennae and hind tibia. A variety of plants such as Hedge Woundwort, Common Nettle, Hemp-nettle and Herb Robert. Widely scattered (ref.: UK checklist 2021 on British Bugs website) https://www.britishbugs.org.uk/heteroptera/Miridae/dicyphus_errans.html No additional images available for this species. |
Classification
Habitat and Range
Habitat
A variety of plants such as Hedge Woundwort, Common Nettle, Hemp-nettle and Herb Robert.
Seasonal Activity
Adult: mainly June-October.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Widely scattered (ref.:
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Dicyphus errans. 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 Dicyphus errans (8)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dicyphus errans
What is Dicyphus errans?
Dicyphus errans is a species in the family Miridae, within the order Hemiptera.
Where is Dicyphus errans found?
Habitat: A variety of plants such as Hedge Woundwort, Common Nettle, Hemp-nettle and Herb Robert.
When is Dicyphus errans active?
Dicyphus errans: seasonal activity - Adult: mainly June-October..