Moromorpha tetra
This record describes Moromorpha tetra (species). Recorded family: Pentatomidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Small flat spine on each side of pronotum arising at posterior angle and projecting over the corium see
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
- Moromorpha
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
AZ to w. TX / Mex. Map ( 3 ) ( 4 ) ( 5 )
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Grass, including Side Oats Grama - Bouteloua curtipendula
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Moromorpha tetra (Walker)
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Moromorpha tetra. 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 Moromorpha tetra (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Andrew Meeds , Mike Quinn , ceiseman
Frequently Asked Questions About Moromorpha tetra
What is Moromorpha tetra?
Moromorpha tetra is a species in the family Pentatomidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How do you identify Moromorpha tetra?
Small flat spine on each side of pronotum arising at posterior angle and projecting over the corium see
Where is Moromorpha tetra found?
Range: AZ to w. TX / Mex. Map ( 3 ) ( 4 ) ( 5 )
What does Moromorpha tetra eat?
The diet of the Moromorpha tetra includes Grass, including Side Oats Grama - Bouteloua curtipendula.