Neurocolpus jessiae
This record describes Neurocolpus jessiae (species). Recorded family: Miridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
In early summer forms, 1) A1/A2 = 0.48-0.52 (male), 0.51-0.56 (female); 2) Pale to yellowish calli, collar, and cuneus; and 3) Apically dark hindlegs
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
- Neurocolpus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e. US, s. ON-QC (e.TX-GA-MA-NE) - Map , not west of the Brazos R., TX
Seasonal Activity
Jun-Jul (BG data)
Diet and Behavior
Diet: abundanat on the flowers and fruits of elderberry ( Sambucus nigra , Caprifoliaceae)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Neurocolpus jessiae Knight, 1934
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Neurocolpus jessiae. 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 Neurocolpus jessiae (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by john and jane balaban; Additional contributions by Robin McLeod , Mike Quinn , onegunah
Frequently Asked Questions About Neurocolpus jessiae
What is Neurocolpus jessiae?
Neurocolpus jessiae is a species in the family Miridae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Neurocolpus jessiae?
6.12-6.67 (male), 6.42-7.08 (female)
How do you identify Neurocolpus jessiae?
In early summer forms, 1) A1/A2 = 0.48-0.52 (male), 0.51-0.56 (female); 2) Pale to yellowish calli, collar, and cuneus; and 3) Apically dark hindlegs
Where is Neurocolpus jessiae found?
Range: e. US, s. ON-QC (e.TX-GA-MA-NE) - Map , not west of the Brazos R., TX
What does Neurocolpus jessiae eat?
The diet of the Neurocolpus jessiae includes abundanat on the flowers and fruits of elderberry ( Sambucus nigra , Caprifoliaceae).
When is Neurocolpus jessiae active?
Neurocolpus jessiae: seasonal activity - Jun-Jul (BG data).