Long-necked Seed Bug
Myodocha serripes
This record describes Myodocha serripes (species). Recorded family: Rhyparochromidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Identification notes
immatures
Wikipedia reference for Myodocha serripes: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Myodocha_serripes.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Heteroptera
- Superfamily
- Lygaeoidea
- Family
- Rhyparochromidae (Dirt-colored Seed Bugs)
- Subfamily
- Rhyparochrominae
- Tribe
- Myodochini
- Genus
- Myodocha (Long-necked Seed Bugs)
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
overwinters in woodlands, migrating to fields in spring/summer; adults come to lights
Geographic Range
e NA to e. NM (QC-ME-FL to ON-CO-NM) - Map
Seasonal Activity
mostly Mar-Nov
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Seeds of strawberry and St. John's wort. Sometimes damages strawberries.
Life History
Two generations per year; overwinters as adult in leaf litter or under bark of trees in woodlands
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Myodocha serripes Olivier 1811
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Myodocha serripes. 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 Long-necked Seed Bug (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by Robin McLeod; Additional contributions by cotinis , Beatriz Moisset , Bbarnd , Mike Quinn , Ron M. , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Long-necked Seed Bug
How big is Long-necked Seed Bug?
8-10 mm
How do you identify Long-necked Seed Bug?
immatures
Where is Long-necked Seed Bug found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | overwinters in woodlands, migrating to fields in spring/summer; adults come to lights |
| Range | e NA to e. NM (QC-ME-FL to ON-CO-NM) - Map |
What does Long-necked Seed Bug eat?
The diet of the Long-necked Seed Bug includes Seeds of strawberry and St. John's wort. Sometimes damages strawberries..
When is Long-necked Seed Bug active?
Long-necked Seed Bug: seasonal activity - mostly Mar-Nov.
What is the life cycle of a Long-necked Seed Bug?
Two generations per year; overwinters as adult in leaf litter or under bark of trees in woodlands