Mozena obtusa
This record describes Mozena obtusa (species). Recorded family: Coreidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
adults w dark antennal tips immatures have all black ant. and lack prominent pronotal corners of lunata (see below) on Prosopis glandulosa blooms and leaves, P. laevigata considerably reduces seed production, destroys tender growth, removes juice from bean pods ( 3 )
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
AZ-TX-KS / ne. Mex. - Map (Cuda and DeLoach, 1998) , most records: e.NM to e.TX
Seasonal Activity
Mar-Oct, at least two generations annually in Texas (Cuda and DeLoach 1998), mostly May-Aug
Diet and Behavior
Diet: One of the most important natural enemies of honey mesquite, Prosopis glandulosa which appears to be its only host (Cuda and DeLoach 1998)
Life History
See Cuda and DeLoach (1998) for extensive discussion.
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Mozena obtusa Uhler 1876
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Mozena obtusa. 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 obtusa (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Mozena obtusa
What is Mozena obtusa?
Mozena obtusa is a species in the family Coreidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How do you identify Mozena obtusa?
adults w dark antennal tips immatures have all black ant. and lack prominent pronotal corners of lunata (see below)
Where is Mozena obtusa found?
Range: AZ-TX-KS / ne. Mex. - Map (Cuda and DeLoach, 1998) , most records: e.NM to e.TX
What does Mozena obtusa eat?
The diet of the Mozena obtusa includes One of the most important natural enemies of honey mesquite, Prosopis glandulosa which appears to be its only host (Cuda and DeLoach 1998).
When is Mozena obtusa active?
Mozena obtusa: seasonal activity - Mar-Oct, at least two generations annually in Texas (Cuda and DeLoach 1998), mostly May-Aug.
What is the life cycle of a Mozena obtusa?
See Cuda and DeLoach (1998) for extensive discussion.