Euschistus crassus
This record describes Euschistus crassus (species). Recorded family: Pentatomidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Euschistus crassus (Euschistus crassus) is a species in the family Pentatomidae, commonly known as stink bugs, belonging to the order Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies). It is classified within the subfamily Pentatominae, tribe Carpocorini, suborder Heteroptera, superfamily Pentatomoidea. This species belongs to the genus Euschistus. As a member of class Insecta, phylum Arthropoda, it is part of the kingdom Animalia. Size: 9.7‒12.2 mm. It is found in in TX, sandy areas, including beaches & river banks.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Heteroptera
- Superfamily
- Pentatomoidea
- Family
- Pentatomidae (Stink Bugs)
- Subfamily
- Pentatominae
- Tribe
- Carpocorini
- Genus
- Euschistus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
in TX, sandy areas, including beaches & river banks ( 3 )
Geographic Range
coastal plains of se.US (NC‒FL‒TX), Mexico, Cuba
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Euschistus crassus Dallas 1851
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Euschistus crassus. 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 Euschistus crassus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn; Additional contributions by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Euschistus crassus
What is Euschistus crassus?
Euschistus crassus is a species in the family Pentatomidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Euschistus crassus?
9.7‒12.2 mm
Where is Euschistus crassus found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | in TX, sandy areas, including beaches & river banks ( 3 ) |
| Range | coastal plains of se.US (NC‒FL‒TX), Mexico, Cuba |