Fine Streaked Bugkin
Miris striatus
This record describes Miris striatus (species). Recorded family: Miridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Length 9-11 mm. A distinctively large and well-marked species, which should be unmistakable. The cuneus varies from yellow to orange-red, but is never black-tipped. The rather ant-like nymphs are dark with yellow markings and reddish-brown legs. Rhabdomiris striatellus is shorter and broader, with dark-tipped cuneus and a yellow scutellum. It is usually associated with Oak and Hawthorn. Overwintered eggs hatch in April, becoming adult by late May or early June. It is largely predatory, feeding on small insects such as aphids, and the eggs and larvae of moths and beetles. This species may be found throughout Britain but is more local in the south.
Classification
Habitat and Range
Habitat
It is usually associated with Oak and Hawthorn.
Seasonal Activity
Adult: May-July.
Diet and Behavior
Life History
Overwintered eggs hatch in April, becoming adult by late May or early June. It is largely predatory, feeding on small insects such as aphids, and the eggs and larvae of moths and beetles.
Additional species information
Recorded status
This species may be found throughout Britain but is more local in the south.
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Miris striatus. 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 Fine Streaked Bugkin (10)
Frequently Asked Questions About Fine Streaked Bugkin
What is Fine Streaked Bugkin?
Fine Streaked Bugkin (Miris striatus) is a species in the family Miridae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Fine Streaked Bugkin?
9-11 mm. A distinctively large and well-marked species, which should be unmistakable. The cuneus varies from yellow to orange-red, but is never black-tipped. The rather ant-like nymphs are dark with yellow markings and reddish-brown legs.
Where is Fine Streaked Bugkin found?
Habitat: It is usually associated with Oak and Hawthorn.
When is Fine Streaked Bugkin active?
Fine Streaked Bugkin: seasonal activity - Adult: May-July..
What is the life cycle of a Fine Streaked Bugkin?
Overwintered eggs hatch in April, becoming adult by late May or early June. It is largely predatory, feeding on small insects such as aphids, and the eggs and larvae of moths and beetles.