Phytocoris eximius
This record describes Phytocoris eximius (species). Recorded family: Miridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Apical half of corium and bordering the claval vein distinctly olive green . (As penipecten ) (emphasis added) - male, female Dets. Brad Barnd, 2024 - from spmns Very similar to P. buenoi and may not be reliably separable without looking at male genitalia [B Barnd, Jun 2026] Type Locality: Texas ( Belfarge ) Knight wrote: The present paper presents partial results of studies made in the genus Phytocoris in an effort to clear up the confusion surrounding the species in the eximius group. That there has been confusion need scarcely merit remark; still it might be added that the writer has before him no less than fourteen species, all of which have in previous years been determined by the best Hemiptera workers as Phytocoris eximius (emphasis added). Here is a group of species, all of which wear the same confusing cloak of dark and obscure colors, so similar in general appearance that several species can not be distinguished with certainty except by reference to the genital characters. If we are to separate the species consistently then we must get down to genital characters.
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
e. NA (c.TX-FL-QC-CO) - Map ( 3 ) ( 4 )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Phytocoris eximius Reuter, 1876
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Phytocoris eximius. 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 eximius (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by WonGun Kim; Additional contributions by Bbarnd , Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Phytocoris eximius
What is Phytocoris eximius?
Phytocoris eximius is a species in the family Miridae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Phytocoris eximius?
5.1-6.2 mm
How do you identify Phytocoris eximius?
Apical half of corium and bordering the claval vein distinctly olive green . (As penipecten ) (emphasis added) - male, female Dets. Brad Barnd, 2024 - from spmns Very similar to P. buenoi and may not be reliably separable without looking at male genitalia [B Barnd, Jun 2026]
Where is Phytocoris eximius found?
Range: e. NA (c.TX-FL-QC-CO) - Map ( 3 ) ( 4 )