Eremocoris borealis
This record describes Eremocoris borealis (species). Recorded family: Rhyparochromidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
no long erect hairs on hind tibiae, unlike in E. ferus
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
- Drymini
- Genus
- Eremocoris
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Leaf litter under coniferous trees, usually in areas dominated by spruce or hemlock
Geographic Range
Northern transcontinental (AK‒NF to BC‒MT‒WI‒NC)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Eremocoris borealis (Dallas 1852)
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Eremocoris borealis. 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 Eremocoris borealis (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Bbarnd
Frequently Asked Questions About Eremocoris borealis
What is Eremocoris borealis?
Eremocoris borealis is a species in the family Rhyparochromidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How do you identify Eremocoris borealis?
no long erect hairs on hind tibiae, unlike in E. ferus
Where is Eremocoris borealis found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Leaf litter under coniferous trees, usually in areas dominated by spruce or hemlock |
| Range | Northern transcontinental (AK‒NF to BC‒MT‒WI‒NC) |