Fulvius imbecilis
This record describes Fulvius imbecilis (species). Recorded family: Miridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Third (?) segment of antennae is black on its proximal half, white distally, with sharp contrast between. In the northeastern US and eastern Canada, the only other species present is F. slateri , in which that segment is typically entirely pale without sharp contrast. Other members of this genus have southerly distributions and different dorsal patterns (from comments by Wongun Kim on iNat ).
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Heteroptera
- Superfamily
- Miroidea
- Family
- Miridae (Plant Bugs)
- Subfamily
- Cylapinae
- Genus
- Fulvius
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e.NA to AB (AB-LA to ON-FL) - Map
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Fulvius imbecilis (Say 1832)
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Fulvius imbecilis. 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 Fulvius imbecilis (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by tom murray; Additional contributions by Beatriz Moisset , Joshua Stuart Rose , Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Fulvius imbecilis
What is Fulvius imbecilis?
Fulvius imbecilis is a species in the family Miridae, within the order Hemiptera.
How do you identify Fulvius imbecilis?
Third (?) segment of antennae is black on its proximal half, white distally, with sharp contrast between. In the northeastern US and eastern Canada, the only other species present is F. slateri , in which that segment is typically entirely pale without sharp contrast. Other members of this genus have southerly distributions and different dorsal patterns (from comments by Wongun Kim on iNat ).
Where is Fulvius imbecilis found?
Range: e.NA to AB (AB-LA to ON-FL) - Map