Florida Big-eyed Bug
Geocoris floridanus
This record describes Geocoris floridanus (species). Recorded family: Geocoridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
similar to G. bullatus , but dorsum ivory white, colored punctures dark & distinct over entire surface, smaller, narrower, with antennae differently colored
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Heteroptera
- Superfamily
- Lygaeoidea
- Family
- Geocoridae (Big-eyed Bugs)
- Genus
- Geocoris (Big-eyed Bugs)
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
sandy areas
Geographic Range
coastal se. US states (TX-FL-DC); rare outside GA & FL
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Geocoris floridanus Blatchley 1926
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Geocoris floridanus. 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 Florida Big-eyed Bug (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Tony DiTerlizzi; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida Big-eyed Bug
What is Florida Big-eyed Bug?
Florida Big-eyed Bug (Geocoris floridanus) is a species in the family Geocoridae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Florida Big-eyed Bug?
♂ 3.05-3.37 mm, ♀ 3.26-3.79 mm
How do you identify Florida Big-eyed Bug?
similar to G. bullatus , but dorsum ivory white, colored punctures dark & distinct over entire surface, smaller, narrower, with antennae differently colored
Where is Florida Big-eyed Bug found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | sandy areas |
| Range | coastal se. US states (TX-FL-DC); rare outside GA & FL |