Limnoporus notabilis
This record describes Limnoporus notabilis (species). Recorded family: Gerridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Can be separated from other spp. by its large size, but very similar to L. rufoscutellatus ; easiest to separate based on range, but the two overlap and hybridize in Rockies
Wikipedia reference for Limnoporus notabilis: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Limnoporus_notabilis.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Heteroptera
- Superfamily
- Gerroidea
- Family
- Gerridae (Water Striders)
- Subfamily
- Gerrinae
- Genus
- Limnoporus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
w. NA (BC-CA to AB-SD-CO-AZ)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Limnoporus notabilis (Drake & Hottes 1925)
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Limnoporus notabilis. 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 Limnoporus notabilis (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by Ted Kropiewnicki; Additional contributions by t.loh | Contributed by Ted Kropiewnicki; Additional contributions by t.loh , v belov , mpintar
Frequently Asked Questions About Limnoporus notabilis
What is Limnoporus notabilis?
Limnoporus notabilis is a species in the family Gerridae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Limnoporus notabilis?
14.4―20 mm : largest member of the genus and, possibly, family
How do you identify Limnoporus notabilis?
Can be separated from other spp. by its large size, but very similar to L. rufoscutellatus ; easiest to separate based on range, but the two overlap and hybridize in Rockies
Where is Limnoporus notabilis found?
Range: w. NA (BC-CA to AB-SD-CO-AZ)