Phytocoris kiowa
This record describes Phytocoris kiowa (species). Recorded family: Miridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
External characters to separate this species from others in the interspersus group (from Stonedahl, 1988): Hemelytra pale yellow, moderately to extensively mottled with red or reddish orange; vestiture of hemelytra without dark brown, simple setae; dorsal width of eye in males less than width of vertex; proximal fourth of hind tibiae with dark spots at spine bases; genital capsule of male with small tubercle above base of left paramere. In addition, the second antennomere is uniformly light yellowish, or gradually becoming slightly darker toward the distal end, whereas P. navajo has the second antennomere distinctly blackened distally.
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
Has been found on Quercus gambelii .
Geographic Range
AZ-NM-CO - Map , uncommon
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Phytocoris kiowa. 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 kiowa (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by Jason Botz; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Phytocoris kiowa
What is Phytocoris kiowa?
Phytocoris kiowa is a species in the family Miridae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Phytocoris kiowa?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Male | 6.00-7.67 mm |
| Female | 6.16-6.37 mm |
How do you identify Phytocoris kiowa?
External characters to separate this species from others in the interspersus group (from Stonedahl, 1988): Hemelytra pale yellow, moderately to extensively mottled with red or reddish orange; vestiture of hemelytra without dark brown, simple setae; dorsal width of eye in males less than width of vertex; proximal fourth of hind tibiae with dark spots at spine bases; genital capsule of male with small tubercle above base of left paramere. In addition, the second antennomere is uniformly light yellowish, or gradually becoming slightly darker toward the distal end, whereas P. navajo has the second antennomere distinctly blackened distally.
Where is Phytocoris kiowa found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Has been found on Quercus gambelii . |
| Range | AZ-NM-CO - Map , uncommon |