Phytocoris confluens
This record describes Phytocoris confluens (species). Recorded family: Miridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Similar to puella . Quoting from a key : Hemelytra with many small, distinct, white spots; calli darkened with fuscous --> confluens Hemelytra with only indistinct, white spots, nearly uniformly deep orange red; calli pale --> puella See comments here:
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 oak ( Quercus sp.) and red birch ( Betula nigra ) .
Geographic Range
e. US (KS-MS-NY-WI) - Map , + GA (BG data)
Seasonal Activity
Illinois: June-August
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Phytocoris confluens. 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 confluens (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Cotinis; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Phytocoris confluens
What is Phytocoris confluens?
Phytocoris confluens is a species in the family Miridae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Phytocoris confluens?
4.6 mm (male), 5.5 mm (female)
How do you identify Phytocoris confluens?
Similar to puella . Quoting from a key : Hemelytra with many small, distinct, white spots; calli darkened with fuscous --> confluens Hemelytra with only indistinct, white spots, nearly uniformly deep orange red; calli pale --> puella See comments here:
Where is Phytocoris confluens found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Collected on oak ( Quercus sp.) and red birch ( Betula nigra ) . |
| Range | e. US (KS-MS-NY-WI) - Map , + GA (BG data) |
When is Phytocoris confluens active?
Phytocoris confluens: seasonal activity - Illinois: June-August.