Ectinopus holomelas
This record describes Ectinopus holomelas (species). Recorded family: Cydnidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
The large, blackish membrane which occupies about one-half of the hemelytral length permits ready recognition of this genus. eyes bright red , differentiated from its congeners by the lack of punctures on the basal [=top] fourth of the scutellum. Det. Joe Eger, M. Quinn, 2024 immatures also have red eyes - first determined images of the nymph for the genus Det. M. A. Quinn, 2024 iNaturalist - first US records at Bensten-RGV St. Pk., Mission, Hidalgo Co., TX, 2024 Type Locality: Pará, Brazil
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Heteroptera
- Superfamily
- Pentatomoidea
- Family
- Cydnidae (Burrowing Bugs)
- Subfamily
- Cydninae
- Tribe
- Geotomini
- Genus
- Ectinopus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
southmost TX (Bentsen-RGV SP, Hidalgo Co.) to Brazil - Map , known from Orizaba, Veracruz, Mexico (Distant, 1880-1893) and a number of western Mexican states (D.A. Rider, pers. comm. to MAQ, 2024)
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Ectinopus holomelas. 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 Ectinopus holomelas (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Ectinopus holomelas
What is Ectinopus holomelas?
Ectinopus holomelas is a species in the family Cydnidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How do you identify Ectinopus holomelas?
The large, blackish membrane which occupies about one-half of the hemelytral length permits ready recognition of this genus. eyes bright red , differentiated from its congeners by the lack of punctures on the basal [=top] fourth of the scutellum. Det. Joe Eger, M. Quinn, 2024 immatures also have red eyes - first determined images of the nymph for the genus Det. M. A. Quinn, 2024
Where is Ectinopus holomelas found?
Range: southmost TX (Bentsen-RGV SP, Hidalgo Co.) to Brazil - Map , known from Orizaba, Veracruz, Mexico (Distant, 1880-1893) and a number of western Mexican states (D.A. Rider, pers. comm. to MAQ, 2024)