Gampsocoris decorus
This record describes Gampsocoris decorus (species). Recorded family: Berytidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
live image Type Locality: Two specimens of this interesting species were collected by Mr. H. H. Smith on low swampy land, in an open place, near sea at the south end of [St. Vincent], September 27.
Identification notes
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Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Heteroptera
- Superfamily
- Lygaeoidea
- Family
- Berytidae (Stilt Bugs)
- Subfamily
- Gampsocorinae
- Genus
- Gampsocoris
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
s.FL & s.TX to Venezuela & Peru / W. Indies - Map
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Gampsocoris decorus. 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 Gampsocoris decorus (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Gampsocoris decorus
What is Gampsocoris decorus?
Gampsocoris decorus is a species in the family Berytidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Gampsocoris decorus?
~3 mm
How do you identify Gampsocoris decorus?
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Where is Gampsocoris decorus found?
Range: s.FL & s.TX to Venezuela & Peru / W. Indies - Map