Plagiognathus syrticolae
This record describes Plagiognathus syrticolae (species). Recorded family: Miridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Recognized by the suberect, silvery, shining vestiture of dorsum appearing somewhat bristly, the small eyes , the transversely rugose pronotum , A2 mostly pale to weakly infuscate except at extreme base and only slightly longer than the width of head , and the coxae, trochanters, and femora infuscate to castaneous.
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
- Phylini
- Genus
- Plagiognathus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
IL, NY, NH
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Plagiognathus syrticolae. 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 Plagiognathus syrticolae (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by Claude Pilon; Additional contributions by onegunah
Frequently Asked Questions About Plagiognathus syrticolae
What is Plagiognathus syrticolae?
Plagiognathus syrticolae is a species in the family Miridae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Plagiognathus syrticolae?
3.40-3.54 mm (male), 3.09-3.44 mm (female)
How do you identify Plagiognathus syrticolae?
Recognized by the suberect, silvery, shining vestiture of dorsum appearing somewhat bristly, the small eyes , the transversely rugose pronotum , A2 mostly pale to weakly infuscate except at extreme base and only slightly longer than the width of head , and the coxae, trochanters, and femora infuscate to castaneous.
Where is Plagiognathus syrticolae found?
Range: IL, NY, NH