Bordered Plant Bugs

Largidae

Classification

Phylum: Arthropoda
Subphylum: Hexapoda
Class: Insecta
Order: Hemiptera
Suborder: Heteroptera
Infraorder: Pentatomomorpha
Superfamily: Pyrrhocoroidea
Family: Largidae

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Largidae: /ˈlɑːrɡɪdiː/

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Summary

Largidae is a family of insects within the order Hemiptera, commonly known as bordered plant bugs, comprising about 20 species in 3 genera in North America, and around 190 species in 15 genera across the New World.

Physical Characteristics

Mostly stout-bodied, no ocelli, four-segmented rostrum, distinctive wing venation.

Identification Tips

Look for contrasting colored edges on hemelytra; robust body structure.

Habitat

Ground-dwelling or associated with the vegetative parts of forbs, shrubs, and trees.

Distribution

Widespread in the US, especially more diverse in the southern regions, particularly the southwest.

Diet

Seeds or plant juices.

Ecosystem Role

Mimicry and aposematism are common among this family.

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Misconceptions

There is confusion regarding the classification of genera due to previous revisions; species listed under Pararhaphe are now classified in Arhaphe.