Atractotomus balli

Knight, 1931

Atractotomus balli is a of plant bug in the Miridae, first described by Knight in 1931. It belongs to the Atractotomus, a group of small predatory or plant-feeding true bugs. Records indicate presence in western North America, including the southwestern United States. As with many mirid species, detailed biological information remains limited in published literature.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Atractotomus balli: /əˌtræktəˈtoʊməs ˈbælaɪ/

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Distribution

Western North America: documented from Arizona, California, Idaho, and Nevada in the United States. GBIF records also indicate presence in Middle America (Mexico and Central America), though specific localities are not detailed.

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