Mormidea lugens
This record describes Mormidea lugens (species). Recorded family: Pentatomidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
A small stinkbug, recognized by the bronzy coloration and white boundary around the scutellum Andrew Meeds reared this 5th instar to this adult Parasitized by the tachinid Cylindromyia lobata and used as nest provisions by the wasps Bicyrtes ventralis and B. fodiens
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
Habitat
Associated with grasses but also found on many other plants
Geographic Range
e.NA (NS‒FL to MB‒WY‒CO‒TX); Mexico, Bermuda ( 3 )
Seasonal Activity
3.iv‒2.xi in ne.NA
Diet and Behavior
Life History
Overwinters as adults
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Mormidea lugens ( Fabricius 1775)
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Mormidea lugens. 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 lugens (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Tony DiTerlizzi; Additional contributions by cotinis , Bbarnd , Mike Quinn , v belov , onegunah , Nathaniel Green
Frequently Asked Questions About Mormidea lugens
What is Mormidea lugens?
Mormidea lugens is a species in the family Pentatomidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Mormidea lugens?
5.0‒7.2 mm
How do you identify Mormidea lugens?
A small stinkbug, recognized by the bronzy coloration and white boundary around the scutellum Andrew Meeds reared this 5th instar to this adult
Where is Mormidea lugens found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Associated with grasses but also found on many other plants |
| Range | e.NA (NS‒FL to MB‒WY‒CO‒TX); Mexico, Bermuda ( 3 ) |
When is Mormidea lugens active?
Mormidea lugens: seasonal activity - 3.iv‒2.xi in ne.NA.
What is the life cycle of a Mormidea lugens?
Overwinters as adults