Ceratocapsus rubricornis
Knight, 1927
Ceratocapsus rubricornis is a of plant bug in the Miridae, first described by Knight in 1927. It is one of several Ceratocapsus species known to occur in North America. Like other members of its , it is attracted to blacklights at night, suggesting activity patterns. The species epithet 'rubricornis' refers to reddish coloration of the or horns.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Ceratocapsus rubricornis: //ˌsɛrətoʊˈkæpsəs ˌruːbɪˈkɔːrnɪs//
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Distribution
Recorded from Maine, Rhode Island, Mississippi, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia in the United States.
Behavior
Has been observed as a visitor to blacklights at night, indicating activity.
Similar Taxa
- Ceratocapsus spp.Other members of the same share general body form and are also attracted to lights; precise identification requires examination of specific morphological characters including antennal coloration.
- Orthotylus spp.Another of Miridae commonly found at blacklights; differs in body proportions and antennal structure.
- Phytocoris spp.Often gray or brown mirids that co-occur at lights; distinguished by different antennal and body coloration patterns.