Sixeonotus insignis
This record describes Sixeonotus insignis (species). Recorded family: Miridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Antennae entirely pale; legs entirely pale with brownish areas on hind femora; membrane with basal half black Head, scutellum and under surface shining black with a tinge of bronze Sixeonotus albicornis should probably be treated as a synonym of S. insignis (see Knight 1929, Rectifications for Blatchley's Heteroptera with description of a new species). Later catalogues do list S. albicornis as a valid species, but this may be due to Knight's synonymy being overlooked by Carvahlo, whose list was then followed by Henry and Froeschner . Sixenotus recurvatus Knight, 1929 is extremely similar to Sixeonotus insignis , but is slightly larger, has longer pubescence on the hemelytra, and has distinct claspers, although the claspers have not been illustrated. (notes by B. Barnd, 11.11.2024)
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
- Bryocorinae
- Tribe
- Eccritotarsini
- Genus
- Sixeonotus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e.NA (QC-FL to IL-TX, CO) - Map ( 3 ) ( 4 )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Sixeonotus insignis Reuter, 1876
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Sixeonotus insignis. 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 Sixeonotus insignis (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by WonGun Kim; Additional contributions by Bbarnd , Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Sixeonotus insignis
What is Sixeonotus insignis?
Sixeonotus insignis is a species in the family Miridae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Sixeonotus insignis?
3.3-3.5 mm
How do you identify Sixeonotus insignis?
Antennae entirely pale; legs entirely pale with brownish areas on hind femora; membrane with basal half black Head, scutellum and under surface shining black with a tinge of bronze
Where is Sixeonotus insignis found?
Range: e.NA (QC-FL to IL-TX, CO) - Map ( 3 ) ( 4 )