Neopamera

Harrington, 1980

dirt-colored seed bugs

Species Guides

Neopamera albocincta(Horn-banded Seed Bug)
Neopamera bilobata(dirt-colored seed bug)
Neopamera neotropicalis

Neopamera is a of dirt-colored seed bugs in the Rhyparochromidae, established by Harrington in 1980. The genus contains approximately 16 described . At least one species, N. bilobata, has emerged as a significant agricultural pest of strawberry crops, causing catfacing in fruits.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Neopamera: /niː.oʊˈpæm.ɪrə/

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Distribution

Records exist from Vermont, United States; broader distribution data not available at level.

Human Relevance

Neopamera bilobata has been documented as an emerging pest of cultivated strawberry (Fragaria × ananassa), associated with catfacing in fruits. management through with garlic or undercropping with Chinese chives has shown effectiveness in high tunnel systems.

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Taxonomic Note

The was established by Harrington in 1980 and placed in tribe Myodochini of Rhyparochrominae. Some older literature may refer to N. bilobata under Lygaeidae, reflecting historical classification changes.

Research Focus

Most detailed biological studies focus on N. bilobata specifically; -level traits remain poorly documented. Available behavioral and data should not be generalized to other Neopamera without direct evidence.