Ozophora maculata
This record describes Ozophora maculata (species). Recorded family: Rhyparochromidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Within the O. laticephala species group (easy to recognize as a group because they are much smaller than other North Americaon Ozophora ), this species is distinguished by having the fourth antennomere nearly unicolorous (no distinct pale band) and the metathoracic scent gland auricle elongate, semi-vermiform and strongly curved posteriorly.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Heteroptera
- Superfamily
- Lygaeoidea
- Family
- Rhyparochromidae (Dirt-colored Seed Bugs)
- Subfamily
- Rhyparochrominae
- Tribe
- Ozophorini
- Genus
- Ozophora
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Reported association with Ficus
Geographic Range
s. AZ to El Salvador
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Ozophora maculata Slater & O'Donnell 1979
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Ozophora maculata. 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 Ozophora maculata (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by Jason Botz; Additional contributions by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Ozophora maculata
What is Ozophora maculata?
Ozophora maculata is a species in the family Rhyparochromidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Ozophora maculata?
3.80 mm
How do you identify Ozophora maculata?
Within the O. laticephala species group (easy to recognize as a group because they are much smaller than other North Americaon Ozophora ), this species is distinguished by having the fourth antennomere nearly unicolorous (no distinct pale band) and the metathoracic scent gland auricle elongate, semi-vermiform and strongly curved posteriorly.
Where is Ozophora maculata found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Reported association with Ficus |
| Range | s. AZ to El Salvador |