Neolygus knighti
This record describes Neolygus knighti (species). Recorded family: Miridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Similar to N. omnivagous but has somewhat distinct dark rays on the pronotum and a completely dark second antennal segment, as well as a somewhat more greenish yellow color.
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
- Neolygus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Type specimens collected on nannyberry (Viburnum sp.)
Geographic Range
Described from specimens collected in the Lake of the Woods area in western Ontario. Full range unknown.
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Neolygus knighti. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Neolygus knighti
What is Neolygus knighti?
Neolygus knighti is a species in the family Miridae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Neolygus knighti?
5 to 5.75 mm
How do you identify Neolygus knighti?
Similar to N. omnivagous but has somewhat distinct dark rays on the pronotum and a completely dark second antennal segment, as well as a somewhat more greenish yellow color.
Where is Neolygus knighti found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Type specimens collected on nannyberry (Viburnum sp.) |
| Range | Described from specimens collected in the Lake of the Woods area in western Ontario. Full range unknown. |