Oedalocanthus ornatus
This record describes Oedalocanthus ornatus (species). Recorded family: Berytidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
distinguished from all other berytids by the white, rounded and conical tubercles on the anterior and basal edges of the pronotal lobe. (Henry, 1996) AZ record based on one spmn coll'ed @ Rustler's Park, ca. 8000', Cochise Co., 3-IX-1991, E. E. Grissell (USNM). TX record based on one spmn coll'ed @ Jaboncillos Pasture, Kenedy Ranch, Kenedy Co., April 6, 2001, E. G. Riley (TAMUIC).
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Heteroptera
- Superfamily
- Lygaeoidea
- Family
- Berytidae (Stilt Bugs)
- Subfamily
- Gampsocorinae
- Tribe
- Hoplinini
- Genus
- Oedalocanthus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
se. AZ, s. TX / Mex. to Venezuela (LSF); TX is a new state record (BG data)
Diet and Behavior
Life History
Two specimens collected on Desmodium sp. (Fabaceae). A series from Jalisco, Mexico, collected on a low-growing plant with red flowers. (Henry, 1996)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Oedalocanthus ornatus Henry 1996
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Oedalocanthus ornatus. 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 Oedalocanthus ornatus (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Oedalocanthus ornatus
What is Oedalocanthus ornatus?
Oedalocanthus ornatus is a species in the family Berytidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Oedalocanthus ornatus?
2.5-3.2 mm (Henry, 1996)
How do you identify Oedalocanthus ornatus?
distinguished from all other berytids by the white, rounded and conical tubercles on the anterior and basal edges of the pronotal lobe. (Henry, 1996)
Where is Oedalocanthus ornatus found?
Range: se. AZ, s. TX / Mex. to Venezuela (LSF); TX is a new state record (BG data)
What is the life cycle of a Oedalocanthus ornatus?
Two specimens collected on Desmodium sp. (Fabaceae). A series from Jalisco, Mexico, collected on a low-growing plant with red flowers. (Henry, 1996)