Zicrona americana
This record describes Zicrona americana (species). Recorded family: Pentatomidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Zicrona americana (Zicrona americana) is a species in the family Pentatomidae, commonly known as stink bugs, belonging to the order Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies). It is classified within the subfamily Asopinae, suborder Heteroptera, superfamily Pentatomoidea. This species belongs to the genus Zicrona. Found in mostly riparian (where its prey, alder flea beetles, can be found).
Identification notes
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Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Heteroptera
- Superfamily
- Pentatomoidea
- Family
- Pentatomidae (Stink Bugs)
- Subfamily
- Asopinae
- Genus
- Zicrona
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
mostly riparian (where its prey, alder flea beetles, can be found)
Geographic Range
Western North America (AK-BC-CA-TX-KS) In the northwestern US and adjacent Canada, separating this photos of this species from Zicrona caerulea is likely impossible. Old records of Zicrona from WA, OR, BC, AB, SK could apply to either species and reexamination is difficult since the key differences are in the male genitalia.
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Zicrona americana Thomas 1992
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Zicrona americana. 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 Zicrona americana (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Eric R. Eaton; Additional contributions by Andrew Meeds , Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Zicrona americana
What is Zicrona americana?
Zicrona americana is a species in the family Pentatomidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How do you identify Zicrona americana?
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Where is Zicrona americana found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | mostly riparian (where its prey, alder flea beetles, can be found) |
| Range | Western North America (AK-BC-CA-TX-KS) In the northwestern US and adjacent Canada, separating this photos of this species from Zicrona caerulea is likely impossible. Old records of Zicrona from WA, OR, BC, AB, SK could apply to either species and reexamination is difficult since the key differences are in the male genitalia. |