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.
Similar Taxa
Misconceptions
There is confusion regarding the classification of genera due to previous revisions; species listed under Pararhaphe are now classified in Arhaphe.
Tags
- Largidae
- Bordered Plant Bugs
- Insects
- Hemiptera
- Larginae
- Physopeltinae