Phytocoris nigricollis
This record describes Phytocoris nigricollis (species). Recorded family: Miridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
See Knight pp. 636-638 for description, and pp. 631-632 for the key where this species falls out. Pronotal disk uniformly deep black, narrow basal margin pale ; scutellum yellowish, with an oblique black mark each side of median line which begins at middle of disk and extends to margin at a point barely beyond middle (emphasis added)
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
c.TX-n.FL-NS - Map
Diet and Behavior
Life History
Knight collected this species most frequently on the bark of hickory ( Carya ) trees situated in shaded humid surroundings.
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Phytocoris nigricollis Knight, 1923
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Phytocoris nigricollis. 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 nigricollis (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Jason Botz; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , antarctica
Frequently Asked Questions About Phytocoris nigricollis
What is Phytocoris nigricollis?
Phytocoris nigricollis is a species in the family Miridae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Phytocoris nigricollis?
male and female: 5.1 mm
How do you identify Phytocoris nigricollis?
See Knight pp. 636-638 for description, and pp. 631-632 for the key where this species falls out. Pronotal disk uniformly deep black, narrow basal margin pale ; scutellum yellowish, with an oblique black mark each side of median line which begins at middle of disk and extends to margin at a point barely beyond middle (emphasis added)
Where is Phytocoris nigricollis found?
Range: c.TX-n.FL-NS - Map
What is the life cycle of a Phytocoris nigricollis?
Knight collected this species most frequently on the bark of hickory ( Carya ) trees situated in shaded humid surroundings.