Isthmocoris slevini
This record describes Isthmocoris slevini (species). Recorded family: Geocoridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
From Brailovsky: ...Easily recognized by having the pronotum shiny black with humeral angles and transverse stripe at anterior margin of pronotum yellowish white to yellowish brown.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Heteroptera
- Superfamily
- Lygaeoidea
- Family
- Geocoridae (Big-eyed Bugs)
- Genus
- Isthmocoris
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
CA / Mex.
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Isthmocoris slevini. 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 Isthmocoris slevini (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by Jason Botz; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Isthmocoris slevini
What is Isthmocoris slevini?
Isthmocoris slevini is a species in the family Geocoridae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Isthmocoris slevini?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Male | 3.70 mm |
| Female | 3.76 mm |
How do you identify Isthmocoris slevini?
From Brailovsky: ...Easily recognized by having the pronotum shiny black with humeral angles and transverse stripe at anterior margin of pronotum yellowish white to yellowish brown.
Where is Isthmocoris slevini found?
Range: CA / Mex.