Lygaeus truculentus
This record describes Lygaeus truculentus (species). Recorded family: Lygaeidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
The only species in our area with apical ¾ of wing membrane whitish-gray
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Heteroptera
- Superfamily
- Lygaeoidea
- Family
- Lygaeidae (Seed Bugs)
- Subfamily
- Lygaeinae
- Genus
- Lygaeus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
CA-AZ to S America
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Lygaeus truculentus Stål 1862
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Lygaeus truculentus. 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 Lygaeus truculentus (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by Zachary Dankowicz; Additional contributions by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Lygaeus truculentus
What is Lygaeus truculentus?
Lygaeus truculentus is a species in the family Lygaeidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How do you identify Lygaeus truculentus?
The only species in our area with apical ¾ of wing membrane whitish-gray
Where is Lygaeus truculentus found?
Range: CA-AZ to S America