Torvothrips kosztarabi
This record describes Torvothrips kosztarabi (species). Recorded family: Phlaeothripidae. Recorded order: Thysanoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Inhabits galls of the coccoid Olliffiella cristicola on Emory oak, Quercus emoryi . . Approximately 25% of galls are occupied by thrips.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Thysanoptera (Thrips)
- Family
- Phlaeothripidae (Tube-tailed Thrips)
- Subfamily
- Phlaeothripinae
- Genus
- Torvothrips
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Coccoid leaf galls on Quercus emoryi .
Geographic Range
Southeastern Arizona.
About Thrips: the wider group
Order-level background for Thysanoptera, the group containing Torvothrips kosztarabi. Species-specific details appear above.
Group overview
Thysanoptera (thrips) includes ~6,000 described species. Thrips are among the smallest flying insects - most are just 1-2mm long. Despite their tiny size, they are major agricultural pests worldwide.
Ecological role of the group
Some thrip species are actually beneficial predators that feed on pest mites and other small arthropods. Thrips are also pollinators of some tropical plants, including certain palm species.
Economic and practical significance of the group
Western flower thrips (Frankliniella occidentalis) is considered one of the top 10 most economically important pest insects globally, causing billions in crop damage through direct feeding and transmission of tospoviruses like tomato spotted wilt virus.
Recorded sources for this group: USDA, agricultural entomology research. Imported estimates may describe particular regions or reporting periods.
Photos of Torvothrips kosztarabi (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Joyce Gross; Additional contributions by Beatriz Moisset
Frequently Asked Questions About Torvothrips kosztarabi
What is Torvothrips kosztarabi?
Torvothrips kosztarabi is a species in the family Phlaeothripidae, within the order Thysanoptera.
How do you identify Torvothrips kosztarabi?
Inhabits galls of the coccoid Olliffiella cristicola on Emory oak, Quercus emoryi . . Approximately 25% of galls are occupied by thrips.
Where is Torvothrips kosztarabi found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Coccoid leaf galls on Quercus emoryi . |
| Range | Southeastern Arizona. |