Nepa apiculata
This record describes Nepa apiculata (species). Recorded family: Nepidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Broad body is distinctive in this family in our area
Wikipedia reference for Nepa apiculata: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nepa_apiculata.
Classification
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Ponds, slow streams, in mud or dense vegetation
Geographic Range
e NA (QC-GA to MB-KS)
Diet and Behavior
Diet: adults and nymphs prey on aquatic invertebrates
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Nepa apiculata Uhler 1862
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Nepa apiculata. 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 Nepa apiculata (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by Cotinis; Additional contributions by Robin McLeod , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Nepa apiculata
What is Nepa apiculata?
Nepa apiculata is a species in the family Nepidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Nepa apiculata?
18-20 mm (sans breathing tube)
How do you identify Nepa apiculata?
Broad body is distinctive in this family in our area
Where is Nepa apiculata found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Ponds, slow streams, in mud or dense vegetation |
| Range | e NA (QC-GA to MB-KS) |
What does Nepa apiculata eat?
The diet of the Nepa apiculata includes adults and nymphs prey on aquatic invertebrates.