Garganus fusiformis
This record describes Garganus fusiformis (species). Recorded family: Miridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Striking color pattern and slightly swollen second antennal segment that is hairy and black.
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
- Mirinae
- Tribe
- Mirini
- Genus
- Garganus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e.US - Map , mostly e. of the Miss. R.
Seasonal Activity
June to Oct. in Illinois
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Coltsfoot ( Tussilago farfara ) and smartweed ( Persicaria (=Polygonum ) sp.)
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Garganus fusiformis. 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 Garganus fusiformis (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Brad Barnd; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , onegunah
Frequently Asked Questions About Garganus fusiformis
What is Garganus fusiformis?
Garganus fusiformis is a species in the family Miridae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Garganus fusiformis?
~5 mm
How do you identify Garganus fusiformis?
Striking color pattern and slightly swollen second antennal segment that is hairy and black.
Where is Garganus fusiformis found?
Range: e.US - Map , mostly e. of the Miss. R.
What does Garganus fusiformis eat?
The diet of the Garganus fusiformis includes Coltsfoot ( Tussilago farfara ) and smartweed ( Persicaria (=Polygonum ) sp.).
When is Garganus fusiformis active?
Garganus fusiformis: seasonal activity - June to Oct. in Illinois.