Phytocoris becki
This record describes Phytocoris becki (species). Recorded family: Miridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
recognized by the pale yellowish green hemelytra, gray pronotum with fuscous markings, reddish yellow femora, and uniformly brownish yellow antennae (see frontispiece of Knight, 1968). The pronotum is clothed with white, sericeous setae, and narrow, black, scalelike setae. Type Locality: Described from 56 specimens collected near Mercury, Nye Co., Nevada (Nevada Test Site).
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
Geographic Range
s.CA, NV, UT, AZ - Map
Seasonal Activity
mid May to mid July based on 120 spmns
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Adults and nymphs collected on Nevada jointfir ( Ephedra nevadensis , Ephedraceae)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Phytocoris becki Knight, 1968
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Phytocoris becki. 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 becki
What is Phytocoris becki?
Phytocoris becki is a species in the family Miridae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Phytocoris becki?
Length 6.0-7.0
How do you identify Phytocoris becki?
recognized by the pale yellowish green hemelytra, gray pronotum with fuscous markings, reddish yellow femora, and uniformly brownish yellow antennae (see frontispiece of Knight, 1968). The pronotum is clothed with white, sericeous setae, and narrow, black, scalelike setae.
Where is Phytocoris becki found?
Range: s.CA, NV, UT, AZ - Map
What does Phytocoris becki eat?
The diet of the Phytocoris becki includes Adults and nymphs collected on Nevada jointfir ( Ephedra nevadensis , Ephedraceae).
When is Phytocoris becki active?
Phytocoris becki: seasonal activity - mid May to mid July based on 120 spmns.