Parthenicus juniperi
This record describes Parthenicus juniperi (species). Recorded family: Miridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
General coloration pale testaceous, hemelytra often tinged with salmon pink, anterior 1/2 of pronotum tinged with greenish yellow, scutellum usually black or strongly infuscated, etc. (Henry 1982) Det. WonGun Kim, 2010
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
- Parthenicus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
common on Juniperus spp., incl. red cedar ( J. virginiana ) and J. ashei
Geographic Range
e. US, Ont. (TX-FL-NY-WI) - Map
Seasonal Activity
Apr-Aug in c. TX ( 3 )
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Parthenicus juniperi. 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 Parthenicus juniperi (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn; Additional contributions by Stephen_WV , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Parthenicus juniperi
What is Parthenicus juniperi?
Parthenicus juniperi is a species in the family Miridae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Parthenicus juniperi?
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Additional details | MALE-Length 2.76-3.20 mm (n= 5), width 1.00-1.08 mm. |
| Head | Head: Width 0.62-0.66 mm, vertex 0.16-0.18 mm. Rostrum: Length 1.00 mm, reaching just past base of metacoxa. Antenna: Segment I, length 0.20 mm; II, 1.04-1.08 mm; III, 0.60 mm; IV, 0.32 mm. |
| Pronotum | Pronotum: Length 0.40-0.44 mm, basal width 0.82-0.84 mm. (Henry, 1982) (Aren't you sorry you asked?!) |
How do you identify Parthenicus juniperi?
General coloration pale testaceous, hemelytra often tinged with salmon pink, anterior 1/2 of pronotum tinged with greenish yellow, scutellum usually black or strongly infuscated, etc. (Henry 1982) Det. WonGun Kim, 2010
Where is Parthenicus juniperi found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | common on Juniperus spp., incl. red cedar ( J. virginiana ) and J. ashei |
| Range | e. US, Ont. (TX-FL-NY-WI) - Map |
When is Parthenicus juniperi active?
Parthenicus juniperi: seasonal activity - Apr-Aug in c. TX ( 3 ).