Xylocoris cursitans
This record describes Xylocoris cursitans (species). Recorded family: Anthocoridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Both macropterous (winged) and brachypterous (reduced wings) forms known listed as native to Canada and the US in ITIS ( 3 )
Wikipedia reference for Xylocoris cursitans: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Xylocoris_cursitans.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Heteroptera
- Superfamily
- Cimicoidea
- Family
- Anthocoridae (Minute Pirate Bugs)
- Tribe
- Xylocorini
- Genus
- Xylocoris
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
under bark of dead trees
Geographic Range
native to Europe, adventive in our area; NA distribution is spotty across ne. states, the Midwest and the Pacific Northwest
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Xylocoris cursitans. 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 Xylocoris cursitans (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by Jim McClarin; Additional contributions by Beatriz Moisset , Bbarnd , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Xylocoris cursitans
What is Xylocoris cursitans?
Xylocoris cursitans is a species in the family Anthocoridae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Xylocoris cursitans?
2.3-2.5 mm
How do you identify Xylocoris cursitans?
Both macropterous (winged) and brachypterous (reduced wings) forms known
Where is Xylocoris cursitans found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | under bark of dead trees |
| Range | native to Europe, adventive in our area; NA distribution is spotty across ne. states, the Midwest and the Pacific Northwest |