Phytocoris consors
This record describes Phytocoris consors (species). Recorded family: Miridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Overall greenish color with darker speckling. Similar to P. schwartzi but with length of first antennomere much greater than width of head across eyes (length equal or slightly greater than head width in P. schwartzi ), in addition to genitalic differences. Also similar to P. geniculatus but with cuneus green, not marked or tinged reddish. Areolar veins also without reddish color.
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
Found on Atriplex sp.
Geographic Range
OR to CO, south to CA, western TX
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: consors (L.) = brother/sister, coheir, or consort/wife (latin-dictionary.net)
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Phytocoris consors. 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 consors (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Jason Botz
Frequently Asked Questions About Phytocoris consors
What is Phytocoris consors?
Phytocoris consors is a species in the family Miridae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Phytocoris consors?
4.8-6.8 mm
How do you identify Phytocoris consors?
Overall greenish color with darker speckling. Similar to P. schwartzi but with length of first antennomere much greater than width of head across eyes (length equal or slightly greater than head width in P. schwartzi ), in addition to genitalic differences. Also similar to P. geniculatus but with cuneus green, not marked or tinged reddish. Areolar veins also without reddish color.
Where is Phytocoris consors found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Found on Atriplex sp. |
| Range | OR to CO, south to CA, western TX |