Phytocoris brevicornis
This record describes Phytocoris brevicornis (species). Recorded family: Miridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Scutellum strongly deflexed apically Closely resembles breviusculus but differs by the brown to fuscous second antennal segment with pale median annulus, strongly convex scutellum that is abruptly deflexed apically, and by the structure of the male genitalia, especially the small left genital tubercle...
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
Collected on Senegalia (=Acacia) greggii and Prosopis .
Geographic Range
CA-NM-UT - Map
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Presumably referring to the first short antennomere (shorter than the width of the head across eyes). Not the only species in the juniperanus group with this character, but it does have it.
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Phytocoris brevicornis. 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 brevicornis (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Jason Botz; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Phytocoris brevicornis
What is Phytocoris brevicornis?
Phytocoris brevicornis is a species in the family Miridae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Phytocoris brevicornis?
3.9-4.8 mm
How do you identify Phytocoris brevicornis?
Scutellum strongly deflexed apically Closely resembles breviusculus but differs by the brown to fuscous second antennal segment with pale median annulus, strongly convex scutellum that is abruptly deflexed apically, and by the structure of the male genitalia, especially the small left genital tubercle...
Where is Phytocoris brevicornis found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Collected on Senegalia (=Acacia) greggii and Prosopis . |
| Range | CA-NM-UT - Map |