Pilophorus amoenus
This record describes Pilophorus amoenus (species). Recorded family: Miridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Pilophorus amoenus species group including amoenus , piceicola , and strobicola is recognized by the hemelytra with a uniform texture posteriad of the posterior band of scalelike setae, the A3 completely white , the flat vesica with a simple mesial spinelike process, and the habit of breeding on species of Pinus . Distinguished from piceicola and strobicola by the more strongly campaniform pronotum , the hemelytra usually orange (although occasionally deep brown), and the less strongly incrassate A2 .
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
- Phylinae
- Tribe
- Pilophorini
- Genus
- Pilophorus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
Eastern North America: west to MB, north from MB to NB, and south to northern FL
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Pinus banksiana , P. clausa , P. rigida , P. strobus , P. sylvestris , P. virginiana , scrub pine, Chamaecyparis sp., Picea abies
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Pilophorus amoenus. 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 Pilophorus amoenus (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by WonGun Kim
Frequently Asked Questions About Pilophorus amoenus
What is Pilophorus amoenus?
Pilophorus amoenus is a species in the family Miridae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Pilophorus amoenus?
3.35-3.83 mm (apex tylus-cuneal fracture)
How do you identify Pilophorus amoenus?
Pilophorus amoenus species group including amoenus , piceicola , and strobicola is recognized by the hemelytra with a uniform texture posteriad of the posterior band of scalelike setae, the A3 completely white , the flat vesica with a simple mesial spinelike process, and the habit of breeding on species of Pinus . Distinguished from piceicola and strobicola by the more strongly campaniform pronotum , the hemelytra usually orange (although occasionally deep brown), and the less strongly incrassate A2 .
Where is Pilophorus amoenus found?
Range: Eastern North America: west to MB, north from MB to NB, and south to northern FL
What does Pilophorus amoenus eat?
The diet of the Pilophorus amoenus includes Pinus banksiana , P. clausa , P. rigida , P. strobus , P. sylvestris , P. virginiana , scrub pine, Chamaecyparis sp., Picea abies.