Phytocoris navajo
This record describes Phytocoris navajo (species). Recorded family: Miridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Within the interspersus species group, this species is distinguished by yellowish ground color with reddish to brown flecks (no green coloration) and the end of the second antennomere darkened.
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
Generally found on oaks.
Geographic Range
AZ
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Phytocoris navajo. 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 navajo (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Jason Botz
Frequently Asked Questions About Phytocoris navajo
What is Phytocoris navajo?
Phytocoris navajo is a species in the family Miridae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Phytocoris navajo?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Male | 6.10-7.07 mm |
| Female | 6.37-6.91 mm |
How do you identify Phytocoris navajo?
Within the interspersus species group, this species is distinguished by yellowish ground color with reddish to brown flecks (no green coloration) and the end of the second antennomere darkened.
Where is Phytocoris navajo found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Generally found on oaks. |
| Range | AZ |