Ozophora trinotata
This record describes Ozophora trinotata (species). Recorded family: Rhyparochromidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
One of only two species of Ozophora in FL with long pubescence dorsally, the other being O. burmeisteri ; unlike the latter, hairs on metafemur longer than the femur's diameter (Note that uses the length of the tibial hairs to distinguish the two species, while uses the length of the femoral hairs.)
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
Geographic Range
Florida endemic
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Ozophora trinotata. 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 trinotata (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Bbarnd
Frequently Asked Questions About Ozophora trinotata
What is Ozophora trinotata?
Ozophora trinotata is a species in the family Rhyparochromidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How do you identify Ozophora trinotata?
One of only two species of Ozophora in FL with long pubescence dorsally, the other being O. burmeisteri ; unlike the latter, hairs on metafemur longer than the femur's diameter (Note that uses the length of the tibial hairs to distinguish the two species, while uses the length of the femoral hairs.)
Where is Ozophora trinotata found?
Range: Florida endemic