Orthotylus fuscicornis
This record describes Orthotylus fuscicornis (species). Recorded family: Miridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Allied to hamatus Van D., but differs in the blackish antennae, longer second antennal segment, prominent white pubescence, and in the structure of the male genital claspers. The color of the antennae ranges from pale yellow to fuscous (Botz, personal observation). See Kelton, p. 267 for a good illustration of the parameres.
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
- Orthotylinae
- Tribe
- Orthotylini
- Genus
- Orthotylus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
reported on willow ( Salix sp.)
Geographic Range
CO, UT, AZ (BG data)
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Orthotylus fuscicornis. 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 Orthotylus fuscicornis (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by Jason Botz
Frequently Asked Questions About Orthotylus fuscicornis
What is Orthotylus fuscicornis?
Orthotylus fuscicornis is a species in the family Miridae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Orthotylus fuscicornis?
Male and female: 5.6 mm
How do you identify Orthotylus fuscicornis?
Allied to hamatus Van D., but differs in the blackish antennae, longer second antennal segment, prominent white pubescence, and in the structure of the male genital claspers. The color of the antennae ranges from pale yellow to fuscous (Botz, personal observation). See Kelton, p. 267 for a good illustration of the parameres.
Where is Orthotylus fuscicornis found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | reported on willow ( Salix sp.) |
| Range | CO, UT, AZ (BG data) |