Mozena obesa
This record describes Mozena obesa (species). Recorded family: Coreidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Heteroptera
- Superfamily
- Coreoidea
- Family
- Coreidae (Leaf-footed Bugs)
- Subfamily
- Coreinae
- Tribe
- Nematopini
- Genus
- Mozena
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
Plains and scattered se. US records (e.TX-SD, MO, MS, FL) - Map , the only e. US sp., most records TX-KS-MO, FL
Diet and Behavior
Diet: adults and nymphs commonly on Mimosa microphylla (= Schrankia uncinata ) (Froeschner 1942) adults and nymphs on Prosopis glandulosa (Mitchell 1980)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Mozena (Rhombogaster) obesa Montandon 1899
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Mozena obesa. 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 Mozena obesa (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Mozena obesa
How big is Mozena obesa?
22 mm (BG data)
Where is Mozena obesa found?
Range: Plains and scattered se. US records (e.TX-SD, MO, MS, FL) - Map , the only e. US sp., most records TX-KS-MO, FL
What does Mozena obesa eat?
The diet of the Mozena obesa includes adults and nymphs commonly on Mimosa microphylla (= Schrankia uncinata ) (Froeschner 1942) adults and nymphs on Prosopis glandulosa (Mitchell 1980).