Triatoma neotomae
Hospesneotomae neotomae
This record describes Hospesneotomae neotomae (species). Recorded family: Reduviidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
The yellow corium with a black median spot is distinctive among our Triatoma ‒see CDC page found naturally infected with Trypanosoma cruzi ( 4 )
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Heteroptera
- Superfamily
- Miroidea
- Family
- Reduviidae (Assassin Bugs)
- Subfamily
- Triatominae
- Genus
- Hospesneotomae
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
s.CA-sw.AZ, southmost TX (Hidalgo & Cameron Cos.) / Mex. - Map , only in TX per CDC
Diet and Behavior
Diet: know hosts include Southern Plains Woodrat ( Neotoma micropus ) and White-throated Woodrat ( N. albigula )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Triatoma neotomae Neiva 1911
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Hospesneotomae neotomae. 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 Triatoma neotomae (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , drswanny , KenW
Frequently Asked Questions About Triatoma neotomae
What is Triatoma neotomae?
Triatoma neotomae (Hospesneotomae neotomae) is a species in the family Reduviidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Triatoma neotomae?
16-20 mm
How do you identify Triatoma neotomae?
The yellow corium with a black median spot is distinctive among our Triatoma ‒see CDC page
Where is Triatoma neotomae found?
Range: s.CA-sw.AZ, southmost TX (Hidalgo & Cameron Cos.) / Mex. - Map , only in TX per CDC
What does Triatoma neotomae eat?
The diet of the Triatoma neotomae includes know hosts include Southern Plains Woodrat ( Neotoma micropus ) and White-throated Woodrat ( N. albigula ).