Phytocoris angusticollis 0
Phytocoris angusticollis
This record describes Phytocoris angusticollis (species). Recorded family: Miridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
distinguished from other species of the stellatus group by the following combination of characters: ratio of length of antennal segment I to width of head across eyes from 0.85:1 to 1.10: 1; clavus and corium with brown to fuscous markings; basal angles and apex of scutellum broadly pale , narrow median line also pale; inner margin and apex of cuneus marked with red or reddish brown; hind femora without pale band distally (emphasis added) Type Locality: Described from a single male collected on Mt. Lemon, Santa Catalina Mts., Pima Co., Arizona, 27 July 1917, H. H. Knight
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
mountainous regions of c. and se. AZ and w. NM
Geographic Range
AZ to w. NM - Map
Seasonal Activity
late June to late Aug
Diet and Behavior
Life History
Several spms coll'ed on Douglas-fir ( Pseudotsuga menziesii , Pinaceae)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Phytocoris angusticollis Knight, 1925
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Phytocoris angusticollis. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Phytocoris angusticollis 0
What is Phytocoris angusticollis 0?
Phytocoris angusticollis 0 (Phytocoris angusticollis) is a species in the family Miridae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Phytocoris angusticollis 0?
Length 6.4-7.4 mm
How do you identify Phytocoris angusticollis 0?
distinguished from other species of the stellatus group by the following combination of characters: ratio of length of antennal segment I to width of head across eyes from 0.85:1 to 1.10: 1; clavus and corium with brown to fuscous markings; basal angles and apex of scutellum broadly pale , narrow median line also pale; inner margin and apex of cuneus marked with red or reddish brown; hind femora without pale band distally (emphasis added)
Where is Phytocoris angusticollis 0 found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | mountainous regions of c. and se. AZ and w. NM |
| Range | AZ to w. NM - Map |
When is Phytocoris angusticollis 0 active?
Phytocoris angusticollis 0: seasonal activity - late June to late Aug.
What is the life cycle of a Phytocoris angusticollis 0?
Several spms coll'ed on Douglas-fir ( Pseudotsuga menziesii , Pinaceae)