Taedia externa
(Herrich-Schaeffer, 1845)
Taedia externa is a plant bug in the Miridae, first described by Herrich-Schaeffer in 1845. It belongs to the large and diverse family of true bugs commonly known as plant bugs or mirids. The species has been documented in eastern North America, with specific records from Florida. As a member of Miridae, it possesses typical of the family.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Taedia externa: /ˈtaɪdiə ɛksˈtɜːrnə/
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Distribution
Eastern North America; documented from St. John's Bluff, East Florida, USA. GBIF records confirm presence in Florida and broader eastern North American region.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- Wikipedia
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- Catalogue of Life
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