Hyaliodes vitripennis
This record describes Hyaliodes vitripennis (species). Recorded family: Miridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Collar and calli pale green. Scutellum mostly pale green. Apical margin of corium black. H. harti has black collar, red apical margin of corium, and longer first antennomere
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
- Deraeocorinae
- Tribe
- Hyaliodini
- Genus
- Hyaliodes
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
taken from apple, pear, plum, grape, elm, and oak
Geographic Range
AK-NS south to WA-CO-LA - Map
Seasonal Activity
Nymphs are first active in early June and most numerous in late July, adults appear in late July to early August.
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Adults and nymphs feed on all stages of phytophagous mites, but are probably most effective as predators of eggs of the Fruit Tree Red Spider Mite ( Panonychus ulmi ). Adults are also phytophagous, piercing leaf veins and imbibing sap.
Life History
Overwinters as eggs, which is deposited singly just under the bark on small twigs. Two to six eggs may be found at one site. Probably univoltine.
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Hyaliodes vitripennis (Say 1832)
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Hyaliodes vitripennis. 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 Hyaliodes vitripennis (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Claude Pilon; Additional contributions by Robin McLeod , Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Hyaliodes vitripennis
What is Hyaliodes vitripennis?
Hyaliodes vitripennis is a species in the family Miridae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Hyaliodes vitripennis?
4.6-4.9 mm
How do you identify Hyaliodes vitripennis?
Collar and calli pale green. Scutellum mostly pale green. Apical margin of corium black. H. harti has black collar, red apical margin of corium, and longer first antennomere
Where is Hyaliodes vitripennis found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | taken from apple, pear, plum, grape, elm, and oak |
| Range | AK-NS south to WA-CO-LA - Map |
What does Hyaliodes vitripennis eat?
The diet of the Hyaliodes vitripennis includes Adults and nymphs feed on all stages of phytophagous mites, but are probably most effective as predators of eggs of the Fruit Tree Red Spider Mite ( Panonychus ulmi ). Adults are also phytophagous, piercing leaf veins and imbibing sap..
When is Hyaliodes vitripennis active?
Hyaliodes vitripennis: seasonal activity - Nymphs are first active in early June and most numerous in late July, adults appear in late July to early August..
What is the life cycle of a Hyaliodes vitripennis?
Overwinters as eggs, which is deposited singly just under the bark on small twigs. Two to six eggs may be found at one site. Probably univoltine.