Ceratocapsus fanseriae
Knight, 1930
Ceratocapsus fanseriae is a of plant bug in the Miridae, described by Knight in 1930. It belongs to a of small, typically cryptically colored mirids found in North America. Like other members of Ceratocapsus, it is likely associated with vegetation and has been observed at lights at night. The species is documented from Arizona.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Ceratocapsus fanseriae: //ˌsɛrətoʊˈkæpsəs ˌfænˈsɛri.iː//
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Distribution
USA: Arizona. The has been recorded as present in North America, with specific distribution records from Arizona.
Behavior
Has been observed as a visitor to blacklights at night, a common among many mirid plant bugs.
Similar Taxa
- Other Ceratocapsus speciesMembers of this share similar small size and cryptic coloration; specific identification requires examination of genitalia and other minute morphological features.
- Orthotylus spp.Another of mirid plant bugs frequently found at lights; Ceratocapsus can be distinguished by antennal and pronotal characteristics.
- Reuteroscopus ornatusA distinctive mirid also attracted to lights, but readily separated from Ceratocapsus by its pattern and modified structure.
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Taxonomic note
The Ceratocapsus is part of the large and diverse plant bug Miridae. -level identification in this genus typically requires examination.