Dysdercus mimulus

Hussey, 1929

red bug

Dysdercus mimulus is a of in the Pyrrhocoridae, first described by Hussey in 1929. It occurs across the Caribbean, Central America, and North America. The species includes two recognized : D. m. mimulus (the nominate subspecies) and D. m. luteus described by Doesburg in 1968. Like other members of the Dysdercus, it is commonly referred to as a cotton stainer due to the feeding habits of related species on cotton plants.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Dysdercus mimulus: //dɪsˈdɛrkəs ˈmɪmjʊləs//

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Distribution

Caribbean, Central America, and North America. GBIF records confirm presence in the Caribbean, Middle America, and North America regions.

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Subspecies

Two are recognized: Dysdercus mimulus mimulus Hussey, 1929 (nominate subspecies) and Dysdercus mimulus luteus Doesburg, 1968.

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