Niesthrea sidae
This record describes Niesthrea sidae (species). Recorded family: Rhopalidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Color variable, ranging from gray through yellow to reddish yellow, usually with flecks to spots of brown or red scattered over pronotum, scutellum, pleura and venter of abdomen. Similar spots on veins of corium. (Sailer, 1961) Connexivia 3-5 mostly black, with narrow white hind margin and small pale patch near middle (source? doesn't match Sailer's redescription and Melo and Henry only cites genetalia and means to det. this sp. )
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Heteroptera
- Superfamily
- Coreoidea
- Family
- Rhopalidae (Scentless Plant Bugs)
- Subfamily
- Rhopalinae
- Tribe
- Niesthreini
- Genus
- Niesthrea
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
coastal TX, FL-GA / Mex. to Panama / W. Indies - Map
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Taken on Abelmoschus esculentus , Malachra radiata , Pseudabutilon umbellatum , Sida rhombifolia and Sida sp. [Malvaceae].
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Niesthrea sidae. 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 Niesthrea sidae (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by Boris Büche; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Niesthrea sidae
What is Niesthrea sidae?
Niesthrea sidae is a species in the family Rhopalidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Niesthrea sidae?
4.5-6.3 mm
How do you identify Niesthrea sidae?
Color variable, ranging from gray through yellow to reddish yellow, usually with flecks to spots of brown or red scattered over pronotum, scutellum, pleura and venter of abdomen. Similar spots on veins of corium. (Sailer, 1961) Connexivia 3-5 mostly black, with narrow white hind margin and small pale patch near middle (source? doesn't match Sailer's redescription and Melo and Henry only cites genetalia and means to det. this sp. )
Where is Niesthrea sidae found?
Range: coastal TX, FL-GA / Mex. to Panama / W. Indies - Map
What does Niesthrea sidae eat?
The diet of the Niesthrea sidae includes Taken on Abelmoschus esculentus , Malachra radiata , Pseudabutilon umbellatum , Sida rhombifolia and Sida sp. [Malvaceae]..