Dendrocoris humeralis

Classification

Phylum: Arthropoda
Subphylum: Hexapoda
Class: Insecta
Order: Hemiptera
Suborder: Heteroptera
Infraorder: Pentatomomorpha
Superfamily: Pentatomoidea
Family: Pentatomidae
Subfamily: Pentatominae
Tribe: Procleticini
Genus: Dendrocoris
Species: humeralis

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Dendrocoris humeralis: /dɛnˈdroʊkɔrɪs hjuːˈmɛrəlɪs/

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Summary

Dendrocoris humeralis, known as the Eastern Dendrocoris Stink Bug, is the only species occurring in eastern North America, commonly found in arboreal habitats during the warmer months.

Physical Characteristics

6.0-8.5 mm, small, roundish, reddish with more pronounced humeral angles than its congeners.

Identification Tips

Look for the distinctive round shape and reddish color with pronounced humeral angles.

Habitat

Arboreal species, commonly found on oaks, hickory, hazel, and pine.

Distribution

Eastern North America, ranging from Maine to Florida and west to Idaho and California, extending into northern Mexico.

Diet

Herbivorous, primarily feeding on plant sap.

Ecosystem Role

May play a role in plant community dynamics as a herbivore.