Pilophorus clavicornis
This record describes Pilophorus clavicornis (species). Recorded family: Miridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Pilophorus exiguus species group including 9 species (2 eastern, 6 western, and 1 central) is recognized by the hemelytra posteriad of the posterior band of setae smooth, polished and weakly shining laterad of radial vein and with a matte texture mesad of the radial vein , the vesica in the male with a slender lanceolate spine, and the habit of breeding on species of Pinus . Distinguished from other species in the exiguus group with its moderate size, at least weakly clavate second antennal segment , campaniform pronotum , and the posterior band of scalelike setae on the hemelytra not offset at the radial vein .
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
Central and southern NV and central AZ , plus w. TX (BG data)
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Host: singleleaf pinyon ( Pinus monophylla )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Pilophorus clavicornis Poppius, 1914
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Pilophorus clavicornis. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pilophorus clavicornis
What is Pilophorus clavicornis?
Pilophorus clavicornis is a species in the family Miridae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Pilophorus clavicornis?
2.36-3.05 mm (apex tylus-cuneal fracture)
How do you identify Pilophorus clavicornis?
Pilophorus exiguus species group including 9 species (2 eastern, 6 western, and 1 central) is recognized by the hemelytra posteriad of the posterior band of setae smooth, polished and weakly shining laterad of radial vein and with a matte texture mesad of the radial vein , the vesica in the male with a slender lanceolate spine, and the habit of breeding on species of Pinus . Distinguished from other species in the exiguus group with its moderate size, at least weakly clavate second antennal segment , campaniform pronotum , and the posterior band of scalelike setae on the hemelytra not offset at the radial vein .
Where is Pilophorus clavicornis found?
Range: Central and southern NV and central AZ , plus w. TX (BG data)
What does Pilophorus clavicornis eat?
The diet of the Pilophorus clavicornis includes Host: singleleaf pinyon ( Pinus monophylla ).