Pilophorus concolor
This record describes Pilophorus concolor (species). Recorded family: Miridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Greatly enlarged second antennal segment; neat straight posterior band of setae on hemelytra; antennal segment 1 dark dorsally, pale ventrally, segment 2 deep red proximally and castaneous distally, segments 3 and 4 white proximally and castaneous distally; procoxae pale proximally, metatrochanters pale, metacoxae pale distally.
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
Habitat
Found on Abies concolor , Pinus monophylla .
Geographic Range
OR-CA-NV
Seasonal Activity
July-August
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Named for the host, Abies concolor (white fir).
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Pilophorus concolor. 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 concolor (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by Jason Botz
Frequently Asked Questions About Pilophorus concolor
What is Pilophorus concolor?
Pilophorus concolor is a species in the family Miridae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Pilophorus concolor?
Length apex of tylus to cuneal fracture 3.27-3.63 mm.
How do you identify Pilophorus concolor?
Greatly enlarged second antennal segment; neat straight posterior band of setae on hemelytra; antennal segment 1 dark dorsally, pale ventrally, segment 2 deep red proximally and castaneous distally, segments 3 and 4 white proximally and castaneous distally; procoxae pale proximally, metatrochanters pale, metacoxae pale distally.
Where is Pilophorus concolor found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Found on Abies concolor , Pinus monophylla . |
| Range | OR-CA-NV |
When is Pilophorus concolor active?
Pilophorus concolor: seasonal activity - July-August.