Lopidea robiniae 0

Lopidea robiniae

Classification

Phylum: Arthropoda
Subphylum: Hexapoda
Class: Insecta
Order: Hemiptera
Suborder: Heteroptera
Infraorder: Cimicomorpha
Superfamily: Miroidea
Family: Miridae
Subfamily: Orthotylinae
Tribe: Orthotylini
Genus: Lopidea
Species: robiniae

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Lopidea robiniae: //lɒˈpɪdiə roʊˈbɪni.aɪ//

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Summary

Lopidea robiniae, known as the Black Locust Bug, is a plant bug species belonging to the family Miridae. It is characterized by its breeding on the black locust tree and is prevalent in eastern North America from June to August. This species was originally described as Capsus robiniae by Uhler in 1861 based on specimens collected in Maryland.

Physical Characteristics

Size ranges from 6.5 to 6.8 mm. Distinguishable from pale forms of confluenta by genital claspers.

Identification Tips

Can be identified by its size and distinct genital claspers compared to related species.

Habitat

Commonly found in areas where black locust trees grow such as woodlands and edges.

Distribution

Primarily distributed in eastern North America, particularly in areas ranging from northern Louisiana to northern Georgia and into Canada (NB, KS).

Diet

Feeds primarily on the black locust tree (Robinia pseudoacacia).

Similar Taxa

Lopidea confluenta