Homaemus bijugis
This record describes Homaemus bijugis (species). Recorded family: Scutelleridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Heteroptera
- Superfamily
- Pentatomoidea
- Family
- Scutelleridae (Shield-backed Bugs)
- Subfamily
- Pachycorinae
- Genus
- Homaemus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Meadows, prairies, pastures, wood edges
Geographic Range
transcontinental (BC‒ON to CA‒NM‒OK‒AR‒FL)
Diet and Behavior
Diet: collected from various grasses, wheat, and alfalfa
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Homaemus bijugis Uhler 1872
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Homaemus bijugis. 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 Homaemus bijugis (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by Boris Büche; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Homaemus bijugis
How big is Homaemus bijugis?
5.7‒8.0 mm
Where is Homaemus bijugis found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Meadows, prairies, pastures, wood edges |
| Range | transcontinental (BC‒ON to CA‒NM‒OK‒AR‒FL) |
What does Homaemus bijugis eat?
The diet of the Homaemus bijugis includes collected from various grasses, wheat, and alfalfa.