Roburocoris exiguus
This record describes Roburocoris exiguus (species). Recorded family: Miridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Smaller than the other two species in the genus. Apical area of corium suffused with red, in addition to the reddish or brownish spots.
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
- Roburocoris
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Found on oaks ( Quercus spp.)
Geographic Range
CA-TX, northern and central Mexico
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: exiguus (L.) = "small"
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Roburocoris exiguus. 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 Roburocoris exiguus (4)
Photo credits: Contributed by Jason Botz
Frequently Asked Questions About Roburocoris exiguus
What is Roburocoris exiguus?
Roburocoris exiguus is a species in the family Miridae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Roburocoris exiguus?
2.53-3.10 mm
How do you identify Roburocoris exiguus?
Smaller than the other two species in the genus. Apical area of corium suffused with red, in addition to the reddish or brownish spots.
Where is Roburocoris exiguus found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Found on oaks ( Quercus spp.) |
| Range | CA-TX, northern and central Mexico |