Phoenicocoris rostratus
This record describes Phoenicocoris rostratus (species). Recorded family: Miridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Recognized by the broad, apically serrate scalelike setae on the thoracic pleura and lateral margins of abdominal sternum; antennal segment 2 yellow or yellowish brown, cylindrical, length less than or subequal to width of head across eyes...
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
- Nasocorini
- Genus
- Phoenicocoris
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
Canada, northern USA, western motane USA
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Pine
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Phoenicocoris rostratus. 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 Phoenicocoris rostratus (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by WonGun Kim
Frequently Asked Questions About Phoenicocoris rostratus
What is Phoenicocoris rostratus?
Phoenicocoris rostratus is a species in the family Miridae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Phoenicocoris rostratus?
2.75-3.03 mm (male); 1.90-2.30 (female)
How do you identify Phoenicocoris rostratus?
Recognized by the broad, apically serrate scalelike setae on the thoracic pleura and lateral margins of abdominal sternum; antennal segment 2 yellow or yellowish brown, cylindrical, length less than or subequal to width of head across eyes...
Where is Phoenicocoris rostratus found?
Range: Canada, northern USA, western motane USA
What does Phoenicocoris rostratus eat?
The diet of the Phoenicocoris rostratus includes Pine.