Euschistus ictericus
This record describes Euschistus ictericus (species). Recorded family: Pentatomidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
ridge across pronotum is distinctive
Identification notes
ridge across pronotum is distinctive
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
on vegetation in damp/wet habitats
Geographic Range
e. NA (NB‒FL to ON‒MN‒NE‒CO), CA - Map
Seasonal Activity
Apr‒Oct
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Euschistus ictericus (Linnaeus 1763)
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Euschistus ictericus. 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 ictericus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Hannah Nendick-Mason; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Euschistus ictericus
What is Euschistus ictericus?
Euschistus ictericus is a species in the family Pentatomidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Euschistus ictericus?
10.5‒12.0 mm
How do you identify Euschistus ictericus?
ridge across pronotum is distinctive
Where is Euschistus ictericus found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | on vegetation in damp/wet habitats |
| Range | e. NA (NB‒FL to ON‒MN‒NE‒CO), CA - Map |
When is Euschistus ictericus active?
Euschistus ictericus: seasonal activity - Apr‒Oct.