HemipteraMiridae – Plant Bugs

Neocapsus fasciativentris

This record describes Neocapsus fasciativentris (species). Recorded family: Miridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.

Identification and Appearance

Neocapsus fasciativentris - Neocapsus fasciativentris
Contributed by Tom Bentley; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , onegunah

Identification notes

variable:

Classification

Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Arthropoda
Class
Insecta
Order
Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
Suborder
Heteroptera
Superfamily
Miroidea
Family
Miridae (Plant Bugs)
Subfamily
Mirinae
Tribe
Mirini
Genus
Neocapsus

Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.

Habitat and Range

Geographic Range

se AZ to s. CO to w. TX, / Mex. - Map

Seasonal Activity

July-Oct (BG data)

Diet and Behavior

Life History

frequestly on var. Asteraceae flwrs

About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group

Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Neocapsus fasciativentris. 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.

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Photos of Neocapsus fasciativentris (5)

Neocapsus fasciativentris - photo 1
Contributed by Tom Bentley; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , onegunah
Neocapsus fasciativentris - photo 2
Contributed by Tom Bentley; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , onegunah
Neocapsus fasciativentris - photo 3
Contributed by Tom Bentley; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , onegunah
Neocapsus fasciativentris - photo 4
Contributed by Tom Bentley; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , onegunah
Neocapsus fasciativentris - photo 5
Contributed by Tom Bentley; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , onegunah

Photo credits: Contributed by Tom Bentley; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , onegunah

Frequently Asked Questions About Neocapsus fasciativentris

How do you identify Neocapsus fasciativentris?

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Where is Neocapsus fasciativentris found?

Range: se AZ to s. CO to w. TX, / Mex. - Map

When is Neocapsus fasciativentris active?

Neocapsus fasciativentris: seasonal activity - July-Oct (BG data).

What is the life cycle of a Neocapsus fasciativentris?

frequestly on var. Asteraceae flwrs

How we use and review source data. Source count does not imply independent verification.

Photo credits: Contributed by Tom Bentley; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , onegunah. Contributors retain copyright over their individual contributions.