Slaterobius insignis
This record describes Slaterobius insignis (species). Recorded family: Rhyparochromidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
resembles large active ants and moves in an ant-like fashion
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Heteroptera
- Superfamily
- Lygaeoidea
- Family
- Rhyparochromidae (Dirt-colored Seed Bugs)
- Subfamily
- Rhyparochrominae
- Tribe
- Myodochini
- Genus
- Slaterobius
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
very dry hot barrens, among clumps of Andropogon at roadsides and railroad rights-of-way
Geographic Range
northern transcontinental (NF-NT-AK to Sierra Mts)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Slaterobius insignis (Uhler 1872)
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Slaterobius 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 Slaterobius insignis (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by tom murray; Additional contributions by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Slaterobius insignis
What is Slaterobius insignis?
Slaterobius insignis is a species in the family Rhyparochromidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How do you identify Slaterobius insignis?
resembles large active ants and moves in an ant-like fashion
Where is Slaterobius insignis found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | very dry hot barrens, among clumps of Andropogon at roadsides and railroad rights-of-way |
| Range | northern transcontinental (NF-NT-AK to Sierra Mts) |