Neolygus vitticollis
This record describes Neolygus vitticollis (species). Recorded family: Miridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Identification notes
Det. WonGun Kim, 2017
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
maple trees
Geographic Range
e.NA (NS-MS to WI-TX) - Map
Diet and Behavior
Diet: nymphs feed on underside of leaves of maple ( Acer spp., Aceraceae). Feeding produces translucent spots on red maple leaves at sites of penetration; when dead tissue tears or drops from the feeding sites, the foliage appears ragged/perforated. (Wheeler 1982)
Life History
one generation per year; overwinters as an egg
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Neolygus vitticollis (Reuter 1876)
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Neolygus vitticollis. 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 Neolygus vitticollis (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Robin McLeod; Additional contributions by john and jane balaban , Mike Quinn , Vox Sciurorum , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Neolygus vitticollis
How big is Neolygus vitticollis?
~4-5 mm
How do you identify Neolygus vitticollis?
Det. WonGun Kim, 2017
Where is Neolygus vitticollis found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | maple trees |
| Range | e.NA (NS-MS to WI-TX) - Map |
What does Neolygus vitticollis eat?
The diet of the Neolygus vitticollis includes nymphs feed on underside of leaves of maple ( Acer spp., Aceraceae). Feeding produces translucent spots on red maple leaves at sites of penetration; when dead tissue tears or drops from the feeding sites, the foliage appears ragged/perforated. (Wheeler 1982).
What is the life cycle of a Neolygus vitticollis?
one generation per year; overwinters as an egg