Trigonotylus pulcher
This record describes Trigonotylus pulcher (species). Recorded family: Miridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
inner half of forewing has rosy pink shading; top of head and pronotum pale grayish-green with 3 dark red longitudinal stripes; legs light yellowish-green except for dark terminal tarsal segment Det. WonGun Kim, 2008 Type Locality: Texas ( Belfarge )
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
- Mirinae
- Tribe
- Stenodemini
- Genus
- Trigonotylus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
common in weedy fields; adults come to light
Geographic Range
CA-CO to MO-MS / Mex. - Map ( 3 ) ( 4 )
Seasonal Activity
May to November
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Trigonotylus pulcher Reuter, 1876
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Trigonotylus pulcher. 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 Trigonotylus pulcher (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Robin McLeod; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Trigonotylus pulcher
What is Trigonotylus pulcher?
Trigonotylus pulcher is a species in the family Miridae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Trigonotylus pulcher?
5.5-6 mm
How do you identify Trigonotylus pulcher?
inner half of forewing has rosy pink shading; top of head and pronotum pale grayish-green with 3 dark red longitudinal stripes; legs light yellowish-green except for dark terminal tarsal segment Det. WonGun Kim, 2008
Where is Trigonotylus pulcher found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | common in weedy fields; adults come to light |
| Range | CA-CO to MO-MS / Mex. - Map ( 3 ) ( 4 ) |
When is Trigonotylus pulcher active?
Trigonotylus pulcher: seasonal activity - May to November.