Squamocoris pallidinervus
This record describes Squamocoris pallidinervus (species). Recorded family: Miridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
See description in Stonedahl & Schuh, 1986.
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
Adults found on Artemisia , Ambrosia (former Hymenoclea ), Salazaria .
Geographic Range
southeastern CA, southern NV, southern UT
Seasonal Activity
mid April to mid July
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: pallid- (L.) = pale nerv (L.) = tendon, nerve (refers to the veins of the corium)
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Squamocoris pallidinervus. 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 pallidinervus (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by Jason Botz
Frequently Asked Questions About Squamocoris pallidinervus
What is Squamocoris pallidinervus?
Squamocoris pallidinervus is a species in the family Miridae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Squamocoris pallidinervus?
male: 7.47-8.03 mm; female (strongly brachypterous): 4.20--4.52 mm
How do you identify Squamocoris pallidinervus?
See description in Stonedahl & Schuh, 1986.
Where is Squamocoris pallidinervus found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Adults found on Artemisia , Ambrosia (former Hymenoclea ), Salazaria . |
| Range | southeastern CA, southern NV, southern UT |
When is Squamocoris pallidinervus active?
Squamocoris pallidinervus: seasonal activity - mid April to mid July.