Phytocoris electilis
This record describes Phytocoris electilis (species). Recorded family: Miridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
distinguished from other species ofthe plenus group by the pale green general coloration, with large fuscous spot on inner apical angle of corium, and the short first antennal segment (see couplet 1 in key) with middle third uniformly pale. Type Locality: 1 mi E of Wilcox, Cochise Co., Arizona, 11 August 1973, J. D. Pinto
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
AZ (Cochise and Pima Cos.)
Seasonal Activity
late July to mid Aug.
Diet and Behavior
Diet: host plant is lambsquarters ( Chenopodium album , Chenopodiaceae).
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Phytocoris electilis Stonedahl, 1988
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Phytocoris electilis. 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 electilis (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Ken Wolgemuth; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , antarctica
Frequently Asked Questions About Phytocoris electilis
What is Phytocoris electilis?
Phytocoris electilis is a species in the family Miridae, within the order Hemiptera.
How do you identify Phytocoris electilis?
distinguished from other species ofthe plenus group by the pale green general coloration, with large fuscous spot on inner apical angle of corium, and the short first antennal segment (see couplet 1 in key) with middle third uniformly pale.
Where is Phytocoris electilis found?
Range: AZ (Cochise and Pima Cos.)
What does Phytocoris electilis eat?
The diet of the Phytocoris electilis includes host plant is lambsquarters ( Chenopodium album , Chenopodiaceae)..
When is Phytocoris electilis active?
Phytocoris electilis: seasonal activity - late July to mid Aug..