Chlamydatus associatus

(Uhler, 1872)

Ragweed Plant Bug

Chlamydatus associatus, commonly known as the ragweed plant bug, is a of plant bug in the Miridae. The species was first described by Uhler in 1872 under the basionym Agalliastes associatus. It occurs across North America and Central America, with records from Canada, Mexico, and the United States including Nevada, Utah, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. The suggests an association with ragweed (Ambrosia), though specific relationships require verification.

The external anatomy of the Capsidae (1917) (14595446367) by Spooner, Charles Stockman. Used under a No restrictions license.

The external anatomy of the Capsidae (1917) (14595273839) by Spooner, Charles Stockman. Used under a No restrictions license.

The external anatomy of the Capsidae (1917) (14801805613) by Spooner, Charles Stockman. Used under a No restrictions license.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Chlamydatus associatus: //ˌklæmɪˈdeɪtəs əˌsoʊsiˈeɪtəs//

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Distribution

North America and Central America. Documented from Canada, Mexico, and the United States. Specific U.S. state records include Nevada, Utah, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. The broader Nearctic region excluding Beringia.

Host Associations

Ragweed - suggested by The 'ragweed plant bug' implies association with Ambrosia , but this relationship has not been verified from the provided sources.

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Taxonomic history

Originally described as Agalliastes associatus by Uhler in 1872, later transferred to the Chlamydatus.

Data availability

Only 14 iNaturalist observations exist for this , indicating it may be underreported or genuinely uncommon.