Squamocoris arizonae
This record describes Squamocoris arizonae (species). Recorded family: Miridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Recognized by pale brownish yellow general coloration without dark markings, lateral margins of pronotal disk carinate, vestiture of dorsum with dark brown and silvery white scalelike setae, and structure of the male genitalia. Hemelytra of female deeply notched apically; male with pale areolar veins (from Stonedahl & Schuh [1986], omitting references to figures).
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
- Orthotylinae
- Tribe
- Orthotylini
- Genus
- Squamocoris
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Collected on Lycium sp. and (males) at lights.
Geographic Range
southern CA and AZ
Seasonal Activity
Published records May–April. BG records include November.
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Squamocoris arizonae. 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 Squamocoris arizonae (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Jason Botz
Frequently Asked Questions About Squamocoris arizonae
What is Squamocoris arizonae?
Squamocoris arizonae is a species in the family Miridae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Squamocoris arizonae?
male total length (tylus to wingtip): 5.42–5.63 mm; female total length (tylus to tip of abdomen; wings do not reach this point): 2.96–3.05 mm
How do you identify Squamocoris arizonae?
Recognized by pale brownish yellow general coloration without dark markings, lateral margins of pronotal disk carinate, vestiture of dorsum with dark brown and silvery white scalelike setae, and structure of the male genitalia. Hemelytra of female deeply notched apically; male with pale areolar veins (from Stonedahl & Schuh [1986], omitting references to figures).
Where is Squamocoris arizonae found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Collected on Lycium sp. and (males) at lights. |
| Range | southern CA and AZ |
When is Squamocoris arizonae active?
Squamocoris arizonae: seasonal activity - Published records May–April. BG records include November..