Phytocoris albicuneatus
This record describes Phytocoris albicuneatus (species). Recorded family: Miridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Rare in collections. When the species was described, only 19 specimens were known.
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
- Mirinae
- Tribe
- Mirini
- Genus
- Phytocoris
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Host plant unknown.
Geographic Range
AZ, NM, TX
Seasonal Activity
Adults collected July 29 to Aug 27.
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Refers to the light patch on the cuneus.
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Phytocoris albicuneatus. 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 Phytocoris albicuneatus (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by Jason Botz
Frequently Asked Questions About Phytocoris albicuneatus
What is Phytocoris albicuneatus?
Phytocoris albicuneatus is a species in the family Miridae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Phytocoris albicuneatus?
Male: 5.56-6.21 mm (female unknown)
Where is Phytocoris albicuneatus found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Host plant unknown. |
| Range | AZ, NM, TX |
When is Phytocoris albicuneatus active?
Phytocoris albicuneatus: seasonal activity - Adults collected July 29 to Aug 27..