Hesperocorixa moesta
This record describes Hesperocorixa moesta (species). Recorded family: Corixidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Length 5.2 mm. Mid legs with shorter claws, ≤ tarsus-length. Abdominal segment 7 upperside with middle of hind margin convex & bearing tuft of long hairs. Strigil broad, 6 combs. Photographs showing the key identification features required. In detritus-filled ponds where much of the vegetation may consist of flooded grass and other situations where grass and/or moss are submerged. https://aquaticbugs.com/hesperocorixa-moesta/ No additional images available for this species.
Classification
Habitat and Range
Habitat
In detritus-filled ponds where much of the vegetation may consist of flooded grass and other situations where grass and/or moss are submerged.
Seasonal Activity
All year round.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Scattered throughout England and Wales.
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Hesperocorixa moesta. 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 Hesperocorixa moesta (6)
Frequently Asked Questions About Hesperocorixa moesta
What is Hesperocorixa moesta?
Hesperocorixa moesta is a species in the family Corixidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Hesperocorixa moesta?
5.2 mm. Mid legs with shorter claws, ≤ tarsus-length. Abdominal segment 7 upperside with middle of hind margin convex & bearing tuft of long hairs. Strigil broad, 6 combs.
Where is Hesperocorixa moesta found?
Habitat: In detritus-filled ponds where much of the vegetation may consist of flooded grass and other situations where grass and/or moss are submerged.
When is Hesperocorixa moesta active?
Hesperocorixa moesta: seasonal activity - All year round..