Dryophilocoris flavoquadrimaculatus
This record describes Dryophilocoris flavoquadrimaculatus (species). Recorded family: Miridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Length 6-7 mm. This is one of several mirids which are mostly black with yellow markings. Although distinctive, it is similar to the much rarer Globiceps species, which have less extensive yellow areas at the front of the corium. In addition, the pronotum and forewings of D. flavoquadrimaculatus are covered with long fine erect hairs and the posterior of the pronotum is strongly raised. This species always has large wings. A common spring species throughout Britain.
Classification
Habitat and Range
Habitat
On Oak.
Seasonal Activity
Adult: May-June.
Additional species information
Recorded status
A common spring species throughout Britain.
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Dryophilocoris flavoquadrimaculatus. 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 Dryophilocoris flavoquadrimaculatus (10)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dryophilocoris flavoquadrimaculatus
What is Dryophilocoris flavoquadrimaculatus?
Dryophilocoris flavoquadrimaculatus is a species in the family Miridae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Dryophilocoris flavoquadrimaculatus?
6-7 mm. This is one of several mirids which are mostly black with yellow markings. Although distinctive, it is similar to the much rarer
Where is Dryophilocoris flavoquadrimaculatus found?
Habitat: On Oak.
When is Dryophilocoris flavoquadrimaculatus active?
Dryophilocoris flavoquadrimaculatus: seasonal activity - Adult: May-June..