Drymus brunneus
This record describes Drymus brunneus (species). Recorded family: Lygaeidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Length 4-5 mm. This genus has a distinctively-shaped pronotum and the front femur has one larger tooth and several small ones. Within the genus, it can be distinguished by the great width of the forewings across the middle of the abdomen, the brownish (rather than black) legs, and the brown posterior part of the pronotum ( c.f. Drymus sylvaticus ). Detailed examination of the specimen is needed to identify the species. Often found in damper habitats than D. sylvaticus . Common (ref.: British Heteroptera checklist 2021 on British Bugs website ) https://www.britishbugs.org.uk/heteroptera/Lygaeidae/Drymus_brunneus.html
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Heteroptera
- Superfamily
- Lygaeoidea
- Family
- Lygaeidae (Dirt-colored Seed Bugs)
- Subfamily
- Rhyparochrominae
- Tribe
- Drymini
- Genus
- Drymus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Often found in damper habitats than
Seasonal Activity
Adult: All year
Diet and Behavior
Life History
It feeds on mosses and fungi.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Common (ref.: British Heteroptera checklist 2021 on
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Drymus brunneus. 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 Drymus brunneus (4)
Frequently Asked Questions About Drymus brunneus
What is Drymus brunneus?
Drymus brunneus is a species in the family Lygaeidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Drymus brunneus?
4-5 mm. This genus has a distinctively-shaped pronotum and the front femur has one larger tooth and several small ones. Within the genus, it can be distinguished by the great width of the forewings across the middle of the abdomen, the brownish (rather than black) legs, and the brown posterior part of the pronotum (
Where is Drymus brunneus found?
Habitat: Often found in damper habitats than
When is Drymus brunneus active?
Drymus brunneus: seasonal activity - Adult: All year.
What is the life cycle of a Drymus brunneus?
It feeds on mosses and fungi.