Pseudopachybrachius
Pseudopachybrachius
Classification
- Phylum: Arthropoda
- Subphylum: Hexapoda
- Class: Insecta
- Order: Hemiptera
- Suborder: Heteroptera
- Infraorder: Pentatomomorpha
- Superfamily: Lygaeoidea
- Family: Rhyparochromidae
- Subfamily: Rhyparochrominae
- Tribe: Myodochini
- Genus: Pseudopachybrachius
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Pseudopachybrachius: //ˌsjuː.doʊˌpæk.iˈbræ.kɪ.əs//
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Summary
Pseudopachybrachius is a genus of dirt-colored seed bugs in the family Rhyparochromidae, containing about eight described species known for their small size and distinct morphological features.
Physical Characteristics
Recognized by the small size (< 4.5 mm), complete anterior pronotal collar demarked posteriorly by a line-like groove, V-shaped buccular juncture, 4 or more rows of claval punctures, extensively developed evaporative area, double-ranked fore femoral spines, and lack of spines on the male anterior tibiae. The hemelytra are generally largely pale.
Identification Tips
Look for the small size and distinct features of the pronotal collar and buccular juncture for identification.
Habitat
Pseudopachybrachius are often found in habitats where seed plants are present, as they are seed bugs.
Distribution
Represented in both hemispheres; in North America, P. basalis ranges into southeastern Canada, while P. vinctus is found in the southeastern US (North Carolina to Florida).
Diet
Dirt-colored seed bugs typically feed on seeds.
Ecosystem Role
They play a role in the ecosystem as seed feeders, which can impact plant populations.
Tags
- seed bugs
- Rhyparochromidae
- Pseudopachybrachius
- insects
- Hemiptera