Rheumatobates rileyi
This record describes Rheumatobates rileyi (species). Recorded family: Gerridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Rheumatobates rileyi (Rheumatobates rileyi) is a species in the family Gerridae, commonly known as water striders, belonging to the order Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies). It is classified within the subfamily Trepobatinae, suborder Heteroptera, superfamily Gerroidea. This species belongs to the genus Rheumatobates. Size: 2.2-3.7 mm.
Identification notes
Very similar to R. palosi . See
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Heteroptera
- Superfamily
- Gerroidea
- Family
- Gerridae (Water Striders)
- Subfamily
- Trepobatinae
- Genus
- Rheumatobates
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
QC―FL to SK―KS
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Rheumatobates rileyi Bergroth 1892
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Rheumatobates rileyi. 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 Rheumatobates rileyi (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Brady Richards; Additional contributions by v belov , mpintar
Frequently Asked Questions About Rheumatobates rileyi
What is Rheumatobates rileyi?
Rheumatobates rileyi is a species in the family Gerridae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Rheumatobates rileyi?
2.2-3.7 mm
How do you identify Rheumatobates rileyi?
Very similar to R. palosi . See
Where is Rheumatobates rileyi found?
Range: QC―FL to SK―KS