Dieuches armatipes
This record describes Dieuches armatipes (species). Recorded family: Rhyparochromidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
large size and habitus distinctive among NA rhyparochromids has the potential to become a serious pest in n. FL ( Brambila & Halbert 2004 )
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Heteroptera
- Superfamily
- Lygaeoidea
- Family
- Rhyparochromidae (Dirt-colored Seed Bugs)
- Subfamily
- Rhyparochrominae
- Tribe
- Rhyparochromini
- Genus
- Dieuches
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
native to Africa and widespread there; adventive in our area (FL, at least since 1992)
Diet and Behavior
Diet: several types of mature seeds on the ground ; in Africa, feeds on peanuts during the harvesting process ( Brambila & Halbert 2004 );
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Dieuches armatipes. 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 Dieuches armatipes (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Dieuches armatipes
What is Dieuches armatipes?
Dieuches armatipes is a species in the family Rhyparochromidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Dieuches armatipes?
10.5-11.5 mm
How do you identify Dieuches armatipes?
large size and habitus distinctive among NA rhyparochromids
Where is Dieuches armatipes found?
Range: native to Africa and widespread there; adventive in our area (FL, at least since 1992)
What does Dieuches armatipes eat?
The diet of the Dieuches armatipes includes several types of mature seeds on the ground ; in Africa, feeds on peanuts during the harvesting process ( Brambila & Halbert 2004 );.