Thasus

Classification

Phylum: Arthropoda
Subphylum: Hexapoda
Class: Insecta
Order: Hemiptera
Suborder: Heteroptera
Infraorder: Pentatomomorpha
Superfamily: Coreoidea
Family: Coreidae
Subfamily: Coreinae
Tribe: Nematopini
Genus: Thasus

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Thasus: /ˈθeɪsəs/

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Summary

Thasus is a genus of true bugs (family Coreidae) within the subfamily Coreinae. It includes a single species in our immediate area and a total of eight species overall, indicating its neotropical origins and distribution. The genus is often confused due to misidentifications, particularly with the species Thasus acutangulus.

Distribution

Neotropical group ranging into the southwestern United States; Thasus acutangulus is found from Mexico to Costa Rica, though records in the US are based on misidentifications.

Cultural Significance

In Greek mythology, Thasus was a son of Poseidon and a Phoenician prince. He is known for being part of the search for his sister Europa and for founding the eponymous town of Thasos.

Misconceptions

Some records of T. acutangulus in the United States are based on misidentifications.