Parapsallus vitellinus
This record describes Parapsallus vitellinus (species). Recorded family: Miridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Recognized by relatively small size with average total length 3.26 mm, uniform orange coloration of dorsum, pale coloration of antennal segment 1, narrow dark band at base of antennal segment 2 with remainder of segment pale, and generally pale coloration of legs, the femora with some weak dark blotches and tibial spines with distinct, although not particularly large, dark spots at bases. Distinguished from Plagiognathus delicatus and lighter colored Plagiognathus cornicola specimens by pale coloration of antennal segment 1. Distinguished from Plagiognathus viticola by uniformly orange coloration of dorsum and black spots at bases of tibial spines. earliest NA record: ON 1961
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
- Phylinae
- Tribe
- Phylini
- Genus
- Parapsallus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
native to, and widely distributed in, the Palearctic; introduced into ne. NA (NS-ON-IA south to VA)
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Host: Picea spp.
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Parapsallus vitellinus (Scholtz 1847)
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Parapsallus vitellinus. 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 Parapsallus vitellinus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by tom murray; Additional contributions by v belov , onegunah
Frequently Asked Questions About Parapsallus vitellinus
What is Parapsallus vitellinus?
Parapsallus vitellinus is a species in the family Miridae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Parapsallus vitellinus?
♂ 2.86-3.50 mm, ♀ 3.04-3.30
How do you identify Parapsallus vitellinus?
Recognized by relatively small size with average total length 3.26 mm, uniform orange coloration of dorsum, pale coloration of antennal segment 1, narrow dark band at base of antennal segment 2 with remainder of segment pale, and generally pale coloration of legs, the femora with some weak dark blotches and tibial spines with distinct, although not particularly large, dark spots at bases. Distinguished from Plagiognathus delicatus and lighter colored Plagiognathus cornicola specimens by pale coloration of antennal segment 1. Distinguished from Plagiognathus viticola by uniformly orange coloration of dorsum and black spots at bases of tibial spines.
Where is Parapsallus vitellinus found?
Range: native to, and widely distributed in, the Palearctic; introduced into ne. NA (NS-ON-IA south to VA)
What does Parapsallus vitellinus eat?
The diet of the Parapsallus vitellinus includes Host: Picea spp..