Oplomus dichrous
This record describes Oplomus dichrous (species). Recorded family: Pentatomidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
chevron-shaped prosternum characteristic; in identifying Asopines it helps to be color blind (actually there are some consistent patterns in some of the species) (D.B. Thomas, pers. comm.) our only representative of the subg. Polypoecilus Stål 1870
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Heteroptera
- Superfamily
- Pentatomoidea
- Family
- Pentatomidae (Stink Bugs)
- Subfamily
- Asopinae
- Genus
- Oplomus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
s.AZ-sw.NM to Honduras - Map , one record from southmost TX
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Oplomus dichrous (Herrich-Schaeffer 1838)
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Oplomus dichrous. 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 Oplomus dichrous (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Oplomus dichrous
What is Oplomus dichrous?
Oplomus dichrous is a species in the family Pentatomidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How do you identify Oplomus dichrous?
chevron-shaped prosternum characteristic; in identifying Asopines it helps to be color blind (actually there are some consistent patterns in some of the species) (D.B. Thomas, pers. comm.)
Where is Oplomus dichrous found?
Range: s.AZ-sw.NM to Honduras - Map , one record from southmost TX