Tetyra bipunctata

(Herrich-Schaeffer, 1839)

shield-backed pine seed bug, shieldbacked pine seed bug

Tetyra bipunctata is a shield-backed bug ( Scutelleridae) commonly known as the shield-backed pine . It is associated with pine trees, particularly jack pine (Pinus banksiana), and has been studied in Wisconsin pine forests. The occurs across North America and Central America.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Tetyra bipunctata: /tɛˈty.ra bɪˈpʌŋk.ta.ta/

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Habitat

Jack pine (Pinus banksiana) forests; associated with pine trees.

Distribution

North America and Central America; recorded from Wisconsin, USA.

Host Associations

  • Pinus banksiana - associated withjack pine

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Taxonomic note

Formerly placed in Pentatomidae, Scutellerinae; now recognized in family Scutelleridae.

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