Ischnodemus sallei
This record describes Ischnodemus sallei (species). Recorded family: Blissidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Ischnodemus sallei (Ischnodemus sallei) is a species in the family Blissidae, belonging to the order Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies). It is classified within the suborder Heteroptera, superfamily Lygaeoidea. This species belongs to the genus Ischnodemus.
Identification notes
see Slater & Baranowski
Classification
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
FL, OK-TX to Suriname, W. Indies - Map ( I. fulvipes ) , OK (BG data)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Ischnodemus sallei (Signoret 1857)
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Ischnodemus sallei. 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 Ischnodemus sallei (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Ron M.; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Ischnodemus sallei
What is Ischnodemus sallei?
Ischnodemus sallei is a species in the family Blissidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How do you identify Ischnodemus sallei?
see Slater & Baranowski
Where is Ischnodemus sallei found?
Range: FL, OK-TX to Suriname, W. Indies - Map ( I. fulvipes ) , OK (BG data)