Mormidea cubrosa
This record describes Mormidea cubrosa (species). Recorded family: Pentatomidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Mormidea cubrosa (Mormidea cubrosa) is a species in the family Pentatomidae, commonly known as stink bugs, belonging to the order Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies). It is classified within the subfamily Pentatominae, tribe Carpocorini, suborder Heteroptera, superfamily Pentatomoidea. This species belongs to the genus Mormidea. As a member of class Insecta, phylum Arthropoda, it is part of the kingdom Animalia. Size: 6.5‒7 mm. Active during mostly Oct-Nov.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Heteroptera
- Superfamily
- Pentatomoidea
- Family
- Pentatomidae (Stink Bugs)
- Subfamily
- Pentatominae
- Tribe
- Carpocorini
- Genus
- Mormidea
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
s.CA-s.TX to Colombia; W. Indies - Map , mostly s.TX
Seasonal Activity
mostly Oct-Nov ( 4 ) ( 3 )
Diet and Behavior
Diet: asso. w grass (Poaceae) ( 4 )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: cubrosa 'shady'
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Mormidea cubrosa. 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 Mormidea cubrosa (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Andrew Meeds , Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Mormidea cubrosa
What is Mormidea cubrosa?
Mormidea cubrosa is a species in the family Pentatomidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Mormidea cubrosa?
6.5‒7 mm
Where is Mormidea cubrosa found?
Range: s.CA-s.TX to Colombia; W. Indies - Map , mostly s.TX
What does Mormidea cubrosa eat?
The diet of the Mormidea cubrosa includes asso. w grass (Poaceae) ( 4 ).
When is Mormidea cubrosa active?
Mormidea cubrosa: seasonal activity - mostly Oct-Nov ( 4 ) ( 3 ).