Pilophoropsidea camela
This record describes Pilophoropsidea camela (species). Recorded family: Miridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Pilophoropsidea camela (Pilophoropsidea camela) is a species in the family Miridae, commonly known as plant bugs, belonging to the order Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies). It is classified within the subfamily Orthotylinae, tribe Ceratocapsini, suborder Heteroptera, superfamily Miroidea. This species belongs to the genus Pilophoropsidea. Size: 3 to 4 mm. Found in Adults from a wide range of vegetation, often found by beating..
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
- Orthotylinae
- Tribe
- Ceratocapsini
- Genus
- Pilophoropsidea
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Adults from a wide range of vegetation, often found by beating.
Geographic Range
Great Plains (TX-WI-IN, +KY) - Map
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: camelus (G). 'camel' Pronotum: Strongly convex , like a camel's hump
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Pilophoropsidea camela. 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 Pilophoropsidea camela (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Brad Barnd; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Pilophoropsidea camela
What is Pilophoropsidea camela?
Pilophoropsidea camela is a species in the family Miridae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Pilophoropsidea camela?
3 to 4 mm
Where is Pilophoropsidea camela found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Adults from a wide range of vegetation, often found by beating. |
| Range | Great Plains (TX-WI-IN, +KY) - Map |