Metatropiphorus belfragii
This record describes Metatropiphorus belfragii (species). Recorded family: Nabidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Very long first antennomere (at least twice as long as the head), no closed cells on the forewing membrane, rather small (6–7 mm), slender, and dark-colored Det. V. Belov, 2009 Type Locality: Texas
Wikipedia reference for Metatropiphorus belfragii: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Metatropiphorus_belfragii.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Heteroptera
- Superfamily
- Miroidea
- Family
- Nabidae (Damsel Bugs)
- Subfamily
- Nabinae
- Tribe
- Nabini
- Genus
- Metatropiphorus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e US, s. Ont. (MA-ON-IA to FL-TX) - Map
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Metatropiphorus belfragii Reuter 1872
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Metatropiphorus belfragii. 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 Metatropiphorus belfragii (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by john and jane balaban , anitagould , Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Metatropiphorus belfragii
What is Metatropiphorus belfragii?
Metatropiphorus belfragii is a species in the family Nabidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Metatropiphorus belfragii?
6–7 mm
How do you identify Metatropiphorus belfragii?
Very long first antennomere (at least twice as long as the head), no closed cells on the forewing membrane, rather small (6–7 mm), slender, and dark-colored Det. V. Belov, 2009
Where is Metatropiphorus belfragii found?
Range: e US, s. Ont. (MA-ON-IA to FL-TX) - Map