Psallus perrisi
This record describes Psallus perrisi (species). Recorded family: Miridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
4 mm long. Dark brown-black, males are darker than females. The upper surface is covered with golden hairs and the femora are dark. Species level identification of Psallus based on external features is difficult and frequently impossible, especially for females. Noting the host plant may narrow down the range of possibilities. Other Psallus spp., particularly Psallus wagneri . This species cannot be separated from Psallus wagneri (which also occurs on oak) without dissection of the male genitalia. The male aedaegus has a short, broad sub-apical process (c.f. the longer, broadly curved sub-apical process of P. wagneri ). common (British Heteroptera checklist (2021) - https://www.britishbugs.org.uk/systematic_het.html https://www.britishbugs.org.uk/heteroptera/Miridae/psallus_perrisi.html No additional images available for this species.
Classification
Habitat and Range
Habitat
On Oak.
Seasonal Activity
Spring-Summer
Additional species information
Recorded status
common (British Heteroptera checklist (2021) -
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Psallus perrisi. 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 Psallus perrisi (3)
Frequently Asked Questions About Psallus perrisi
What is Psallus perrisi?
Psallus perrisi is a species in the family Miridae, within the order Hemiptera.
Where is Psallus perrisi found?
Habitat: On Oak.
When is Psallus perrisi active?
Psallus perrisi: seasonal activity - Spring-Summer.