Dicyphus pallicornis
This record describes Dicyphus pallicornis (species). Recorded family: Miridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Length 3.5 to 4 mm; macropterous or brachypterous. Shorter legs and antennae than many other Dicyphus ; the 3rd antennal segment is much less than head width across the eyes. The 2nd antennal segment is usually pale, but may be darker at the base; the basal antennae may be marked with red. The head is pale with dark markings. The front part of the pronotum has two rounded lumps (pronotal callosities) which just touch each other on the midline. Fine tibial spines are shorter than the tibial width. (ref.: B S Nau, unpublished key to Miridae, 2012) Usually on Foxglove ( Digitalis purpurea) Detailed examination of the specimen is needed to identify the species. You must state the host-plant Common (ref.: UK checklist 2021 on British Bugs website) https://www.britishbugs.org.uk/heteroptera/Miridae/Dicyphus_pallicornis.html
Identification notes
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Classification
Habitat and Range
Habitat
This species is found on Foxglove.
Seasonal Activity
Adult: All year round.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Common (ref.:
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Dicyphus pallicornis. 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 pallicornis (6)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dicyphus pallicornis
What is Dicyphus pallicornis?
Dicyphus pallicornis is a species in the family Miridae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Dicyphus pallicornis?
3.5 to 4 mm; macropterous or brachypterous. Shorter legs and antennae than many other
How do you identify Dicyphus pallicornis?
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Where is Dicyphus pallicornis found?
Habitat: This species is found on Foxglove.
When is Dicyphus pallicornis active?
Dicyphus pallicornis: seasonal activity - Adult: All year round..