Stenolemus schwarzii
This record describes Stenolemus schwarzii (species). Recorded family: Reduviidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Abdomen without submedian spines on venter; posterior discal cell bisected longitudinally by a distinct vein: basal and apical bands on hind femur brownish, the middle one deep black and very conspicuous (ephasis added) middle ring of hind femora darker, almost black Det. V. Belov, 2019 Type Locality: Mexico (Tampico, E. A. Schwarz)
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Heteroptera
- Superfamily
- Miroidea
- Family
- Reduviidae (Assassin Bugs)
- Subfamily
- Emesinae
- Tribe
- Emesini
- Genus
- Stenolemus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
southernmost TX (Cameron Co.) to Honduras - Map ( 3 ) ( 4 )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Stenolaemus schwarzii Bergroth, 1916
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Stenolemus schwarzii. 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 Stenolemus schwarzii (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Stenolemus schwarzii
What is Stenolemus schwarzii?
Stenolemus schwarzii is a species in the family Reduviidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Stenolemus schwarzii?
Length: Female, 8.5 mm, with membrane 10 mm. (Type)
How do you identify Stenolemus schwarzii?
Abdomen without submedian spines on venter; posterior discal cell bisected longitudinally by a distinct vein: basal and apical bands on hind femur brownish, the middle one deep black and very conspicuous (ephasis added) middle ring of hind femora darker, almost black Det. V. Belov, 2019
Where is Stenolemus schwarzii found?
Range: southernmost TX (Cameron Co.) to Honduras - Map ( 3 ) ( 4 )