Marigold Thrips
Neohydatothrips samayunkur
This record describes Neohydatothrips samayunkur (species). Recorded family: Thripidae. Recorded order: Thysanoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Body bicolored yellow and brown; hind tibiae with brown markings; abdominal tergites 9-10 as dark as 7-8
Wikipedia reference for Neohydatothrips samayunkur: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neohydatothrips_samayunkur.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Thysanoptera (Thrips)
- Family
- Thripidae
- Subfamily
- Sericothripinae
- Genus
- Neohydatothrips
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
Adventive in NA (CA, FL, HI); origin unknown, possibly Mexico
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Marigold (Asteraceae: Tagetes )
Life History
Breeds in flowers and on leaves; capable of causing extensive damage to its host
About Thrips: the wider group
Order-level background for Thysanoptera, the group containing Neohydatothrips samayunkur. Species-specific details appear above.
Group overview
Thysanoptera (thrips) includes ~6,000 described species. Thrips are among the smallest flying insects - most are just 1-2mm long. Despite their tiny size, they are major agricultural pests worldwide.
Ecological role of the group
Some thrip species are actually beneficial predators that feed on pest mites and other small arthropods. Thrips are also pollinators of some tropical plants, including certain palm species.
Economic and practical significance of the group
Western flower thrips (Frankliniella occidentalis) is considered one of the top 10 most economically important pest insects globally, causing billions in crop damage through direct feeding and transmission of tospoviruses like tomato spotted wilt virus.
Recorded sources for this group: USDA, agricultural entomology research. Imported estimates may describe particular regions or reporting periods.
Photos of Marigold Thrips (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by Chris Mallory
Frequently Asked Questions About Marigold Thrips
What is Marigold Thrips?
Marigold Thrips (Neohydatothrips samayunkur) is a species in the family Thripidae, within the order Thysanoptera.
How do you identify Marigold Thrips?
Body bicolored yellow and brown; hind tibiae with brown markings; abdominal tergites 9-10 as dark as 7-8
Where is Marigold Thrips found?
Range: Adventive in NA (CA, FL, HI); origin unknown, possibly Mexico
What does Marigold Thrips eat?
The diet of the Marigold Thrips includes Marigold (Asteraceae: Tagetes ).
What is the life cycle of a Marigold Thrips?
Breeds in flowers and on leaves; capable of causing extensive damage to its host