Phlegyas abbreviatus
This record describes Phlegyas abbreviatus (species). Recorded family: Pachygronthidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Yellowish to chestnut with extensive black markings (particularly on pronotal calli) as 4 streaks on posterior pronotal lobe, as a median scutellar stripe and on apical corial margin. Mostly submacropterous or brachypterous
Wikipedia reference for Phlegyas abbreviatus: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phlegyas_abbreviatus.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Heteroptera
- Superfamily
- Lygaeoidea
- Family
- Pachygronthidae
- Genus
- Phlegyas
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e. NA to CA (QC-FL to MN-CA) to Nicaragua - Map , mostly e. NA
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Grass feeder
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Phlegyas abbreviatus (Uhler 1876)
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Phlegyas abbreviatus. 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 Phlegyas abbreviatus (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by Lynette Elliott; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov , onegunah
Frequently Asked Questions About Phlegyas abbreviatus
What is Phlegyas abbreviatus?
Phlegyas abbreviatus is a species in the family Pachygronthidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Phlegyas abbreviatus?
3.5-4.5 mm
How do you identify Phlegyas abbreviatus?
Yellowish to chestnut with extensive black markings (particularly on pronotal calli) as 4 streaks on posterior pronotal lobe, as a median scutellar stripe and on apical corial margin. Mostly submacropterous or brachypterous
Where is Phlegyas abbreviatus found?
Range: e. NA to CA (QC-FL to MN-CA) to Nicaragua - Map , mostly e. NA
What does Phlegyas abbreviatus eat?
The diet of the Phlegyas abbreviatus includes Grass feeder.