Leaf-footed-bug
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Acanthocephala alata
leaf-footed bug
Acanthocephala alata is a species of leaf-footed bug in the family Coreidae, described by Burmeister in 1835. It is native to Mexico and occurs from Texas through Central America to Colombia. The species belongs to the tribe Acanthocephalini and is one of the more frequently observed coreids in its range, with over 3,000 documented observations.
Acanthocephala declivis
Giant leaf-footed bug
Acanthocephala declivis is the largest species in its genus across its North American range, reaching 28–34 mm in length. Males possess dramatically enlarged, leaf-like hind tibiae used in aggressive combat with rival males and courtship displays toward females. The species exhibits pronounced sexual dimorphism in hind leg morphology, with females retaining slender, unmodified legs. It occurs from the southern United States through Central America to El Salvador and Guatemala, with a subspecies A. d. guatemalana described from Guatemala.
Acanthocerus lobatus
leaf-footed bug
Acanthocerus lobatus is a species of leaf-footed bug in the family Coreidae, first described by Burmeister in 1835. It is known from the Caribbean region and parts of North America including Florida and New Mexico. The species belongs to the tribe Acanthocerini, a group characterized by distinctive morphological features including expanded hind tibiae.
Althos obscurator
Althos obscurator is a leaf-footed bug (family Coreidae) first described by Fabricius in 1803. The species has a broad distribution spanning the Caribbean, Central America, North America, and South America, with confirmed records from the southeastern United States including Florida and South Carolina. It belongs to the tribe Hypselonotini within the subfamily Coreinae. Despite its wide geographic range, detailed biological information remains limited.
Anasa andresii
Anasa andresii is a leaf-footed bug species in the family Coreidae, first described by Guérin-Méneville in 1857. It belongs to a genus containing several economically significant agricultural pests, though specific information about this species remains limited. The species has been documented across a broad geographic range spanning the Caribbean, Central America, North America, and South America.
Anasa repetita
Anasa repetita is a leaf-footed bug in the family Coreidae, described by Heidemann in 1905. It is native to North America, with confirmed records from Maryland, New York, and the District of Columbia. As a member of the genus Anasa, it belongs to a group commonly known as squash bugs, though specific ecological details for this species remain limited compared to the well-studied congener Anasa tristis.
Anasa scorbutica
Anasa scorbutica is a species of leaf-footed bug in the family Coreidae, first described by Fabricius in 1775. It belongs to the genus Anasa, which includes several species associated with cucurbit plants. The species has been documented across a broad geographic range spanning the Caribbean, Central America, North America, and South America. Specific biological details beyond distribution and taxonomy remain poorly documented in available sources.
Anisoscelis
leaf-footed bugs
Anisoscelis is a genus of leaf-footed bugs (Coreidae: Anisoscelini) distributed from the southern United States through Central and South America. The genus currently comprises approximately nine species, though species counts vary due to taxonomic revisions. Members are associated with passion vine plants (Passifloraceae) as host plants. Several species exhibit expanded, leaf-like hind tibial structures. The genus has undergone significant taxonomic revision, with former subgenus Bitta now restored to generic rank.
Catorhintha
leaf-footed bugs
Catorhintha is a genus of leaf-footed bugs (Coreidae) established by Stål in 1860, containing over 30 described species distributed across the Americas. The genus includes specialist herbivores with documented host plant associations, notably Catorhintha schaffneri, which feeds exclusively on Pereskia aculeata (Cactaceae) and has been employed as a biological control agent against this invasive cactus in South Africa. Members of this genus exhibit the enlarged, flattened hind tibiae characteristic of many Coreidae.
Catorhintha apicalis
leaf-footed bug
Catorhintha apicalis is a leaf-footed bug in the family Coreidae, distributed across Central America and southwestern North America. First described by Dallas in 1852, this species occurs in Mexico, the southwestern United States (Arizona, California, Colorado), and El Salvador. As a member of the Hypselonotini tribe, it shares the characteristic leaf-like expansions of the hind tibiae typical of many coreids.
Catorhintha divergens
Catorhintha divergens is a species of leaf-footed bug in the family Coreidae, described by Barber in 1926. It belongs to the tribe Hypselonotini within the subfamily Coreinae. The species is distributed across parts of South America and the Caribbean, with records from Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, and the Bahamas. Like other members of its genus, it is likely associated with host plants, though specific ecological details remain poorly documented.
Catorhintha flava
Catorhintha flava is a species of leaf-footed bug in the family Coreidae, described by Fracker in 1923. It is distributed in Central America and North America, with records from Mexico and Texas. Like other members of Coreidae, it possesses the characteristic leaf-like expansions on the hind tibiae that give the family its common name. The specific epithet 'flava' refers to its yellow coloration.
Cebrenistella
Cebrenistella is a genus of leaf-footed bugs (family Coreidae) in the tribe Hypselonotini, established by Brailovsky in 1995. The genus is known from Central America, with records from Honduras and southeastern Mexico. As a member of Coreidae, it belongs to the diverse group of true bugs characterized by leaf-like expansions on the hind legs in many species. The genus is poorly documented in scientific literature, with limited species-level information available.
Cebrenistella robusta
Cebrenistella robusta is a true bug in the family Coreidae (leaf-footed bugs), first described by Stål in 1870 under the name Cebrenis robusta. It belongs to the tribe Hypselonotini within the subfamily Coreinae. The species is known from Middle America, though detailed biological information remains limited. Like other Coreidae, it possesses the characteristic expanded hind tibiae or femora typical of leaf-footed bugs.
Ceraleptus
leaf-footed bugs
Ceraleptus is a genus of true bugs in the family Coreidae, commonly known as leaf-footed bugs. The genus was established by Costa in 1847 and contains nine described species distributed across parts of Europe, North Africa, and western North America. Members of this genus are classified within the subfamily Pseudophloeinae. The genus is represented by approximately 2,500 observations on iNaturalist, indicating moderate documentation of its species in the field.
Ceraleptus pacificus
Ceraleptus pacificus is a leaf-footed bug in the family Coreidae, first described by Barber in 1914. The species is distributed across western North America and Central America. As a member of the true bugs (Hemiptera), it possesses piercing-sucking mouthparts typical of the order.
Ceraleptus probolus
Ceraleptus probolus is a species of leaf-footed bug in the family Coreidae, described by Froeschner in 1963. It is a member of the subfamily Pseudophloeinae and is known from North America, with confirmed records from Texas. As with other members of the genus Ceraleptus, it is characterized by the leaf-like expansions on the hind legs typical of this group of true bugs.
Chariesterus albiventris
Chariesterus albiventris is a species of leaf-footed bug in the family Coreidae, first described by Burmeister in 1835. The species belongs to the tribe Chariesterini and is known from a limited number of observations. Distribution records indicate presence in Mexico and Texas, suggesting a range spanning the southern United States and northern Mexico. Like other Coreidae, it is a true bug with piercing-sucking mouthparts.
Chariesterus antennator
Euphorbia Bug
Chariesterus antennator, commonly known as the Euphorbia Bug, is a leaf-footed bug in the family Coreidae. It is native to North America with established populations in China. The species is associated with Euphorbia corollata, on which adults feed. It has been documented across the southeastern United States and parts of the Midwest.
Chariesterus balli
leaf-footed bug
Chariesterus balli is a species of leaf-footed bug in the family Coreidae, described by Fracker in 1919. It belongs to the tribe Chariesterini within the subfamily Coreinae. The species is found in Central America and North America, with records from California and broader Middle American regions.
Chariesterus cuspidatus
Chariesterus cuspidatus is a species of leaf-footed bug in the family Coreidae, first described by Distant in 1892. It belongs to the tribe Chariesterini within the subfamily Coreinae. The species has been recorded from parts of North and Central America including Texas, northwestern Mexico, and Panama. Like other members of Coreidae, it is a true bug with piercing-sucking mouthparts. Available information about its biology and ecology remains limited.
Chelinidea
cactus bugs, cactus leaffooted bugs
Chelinidea is a genus of leaf-footed bugs (family Coreidae) comprising five described species distributed across Central and North America, with three species introduced to Australia. Members are specialized feeders on cacti in the genus Opuntia, making them significant in both natural ecosystems and agricultural contexts. The genus represents the sole member of the monotypic tribe Chelinideini.
Chelinidea tabulata
Prickly Pear Bug
Chelinidea tabulata is a leaf-footed bug in the family Coreidae. It feeds and develops almost exclusively on prickly pear cacti (Opuntia spp.), with its distribution coinciding with that of its host plants. The species occurs across North, Central, and South America.
Chelinidea vittiger
cactus coreid, cactus bug, squash bug
Chelinidea vittiger is a leaf-footed bug in the family Coreidae that feeds and develops almost exclusively on prickly pear cacti (Opuntia spp.). It has been studied for its potential use in biological weed control, particularly for managing invasive Opuntia species. The species occurs across North America, Central America, and Australia, with its distribution closely tied to that of its host plants. It can be considered either beneficial or pestiferous depending on context: it helps prevent prickly pear from aggressively overtaking rangelands, yet may also damage cacti used as emergency forage or produce.
Chelinidea vittiger aequoris
cactus bug, cactus leaffooted bug
Chelinidea vittiger aequoris is a subspecies of cactus bug in the leaf-footed bug family Coreidae. It is a specialist herbivore that feeds almost exclusively on prickly pear cacti (Opuntia spp.), with its range closely tied to the distribution of these host plants. The species is found across the United States and southward into northern Mexico, with the subspecies aequoris occurring in specific regions. In Missouri, it occurs on Opuntia humifusa in sand prairies and glades, and on O. cespitosa in igneous glade habitats.
Cimolus obscurus
Cimolus obscurus is a species of leaf-footed bug in the family Coreidae, described by Carl Stål in 1870. It is distributed across North America, with confirmed records from South Carolina and Texas. As a member of the tribe Hypselonotini, it shares the characteristic leaf-like expansions on the hind tibiae common to many coreids.
Coriomeris humilis
leaf-footed bug
Coriomeris humilis is a species of leaf-footed bug in the family Coreidae, first described by Uhler in 1872. It belongs to the subfamily Pseudophloeinae and is distributed across western North America, with records from Alaska through western Canada to California and Colorado. The species is one of approximately 24 observations documented on iNaturalist, suggesting it is encountered infrequently or is genuinely uncommon.
Eubule spartocerana
Eubule spartocerana is a leaf-footed bug in the family Coreidae, first described by Brailovsky in 1992. It belongs to the tribe Spartocerini within the subfamily Coreinae. The species is known from northern South America, with documented records from Suriname and Venezuela. Like other coreids, it possesses piercing-sucking mouthparts characteristic of true bugs.
Euthochtha
helmeted squash bug
Euthochtha is a monotypic genus of leaf-footed bugs in the family Coreidae, containing the single described species E. galeator. The genus is characterized by distinctive morphological features that have earned it the common name "helmeted squash bug." It belongs to the tribe Acanthocerini within the subfamily Coreinae. The genus has been recorded from the Caribbean region and parts of the eastern United States.
Euthochtha galeator
Helmeted Squash Bug
Euthochtha galeator, commonly known as the helmeted squash bug, is a leaf-footed bug (family Coreidae) and the sole described species in its genus. It has been observed resting on sunflower heads (Helianthus spp.) during fall, and is distributed across parts of the Caribbean and eastern United States including Florida and Connecticut.
Hypselonotus punctiventris
Spot-sided Coreid
Hypselonotus punctiventris, commonly known as the Spot-sided Coreid, is a leaf-footed bug in the family Coreidae. Adults are notable for their striking color pattern, including a bright red patch on the dorsal surface of the abdomen visible when wings are open. The species is found in the southwestern United States, Mexico, and Central America, where adults feed on a variety of flowering plants. Despite its abundance in some areas, it is rarely considered a pest of agriculture or gardens.
Leptoglossus
leaf-footed bugs
Leptoglossus is a genus of true bugs in the leaf-footed bug family Coreidae, tribe Anisoscelini. Species are characterized by leaflike dilations of the hind tibia, a diagnostic trait of the genus. The genus is distributed throughout the Americas, with some introduced populations in Europe and Asia. Several species are economically significant agricultural pests, notably L. occidentalis, which has become invasive in multiple continents.
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ashmeadi
Leptoglossus ashmeadi is a leaf-footed bug in the family Coreidae, native to the southeastern United States. The species is recorded from Alabama, Florida, and Mississippi. Like other members of the genus Leptoglossus, it possesses expanded, leaf-like hind tibiae that serve as a distinctive morphological feature. Information specific to this species is limited compared to better-studied congeners such as L. occidentalis.
Leptoglossus clypealis
western leaf-footed bug
Leptoglossus clypealis, commonly known as the western leaf-footed bug, is a phytophagous true bug native to western North America. Adults measure 18–19 mm in length and are characterized by brown coloration with leaf-like expansions on the hind tibiae and a pale band across the wings. The species has been documented as a pest of agricultural crops, particularly almonds and pistachios, causing kernel damage and fruit drop. Its range has expanded eastward in recent decades, with genetic studies confirming populations in Texas represent native range extensions rather than recent introductions.
Leptoglossus corculus
Leaf-footed Pine Seed Bug
Leptoglossus corculus is a North American leaf-footed bug in the family Coreidae. As a member of the genus Leptoglossus, it shares the characteristic expanded, leaf-like hind tibiae that give the group its common name. The species is associated with pine and other conifer hosts, feeding on seeds and developing cones. It is one of several Leptoglossus species found in eastern and central North America, distinct from the more widely publicized western conifer seed bug (L. occidentalis).
Leptoglossus fulvicornis
Magnolia Leaf-footed Bug
Leptoglossus fulvicornis is a leaf-footed bug in the family Coreidae, commonly known as the Magnolia Leaf-footed Bug. It is a North American species with a highly specialized diet focused exclusively on magnolia fruit and seeds. The species has been documented in the southeastern and eastern United States, with confirmed records from Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Maryland, and Massachusetts. Its life cycle is tightly coupled with magnolia reproductive structures, with eggs laid on leaf undersides and both immature and adult stages feeding on developing fruit.
Leptoglossus jacquelinae
Leptoglossus jacquelinae is a species of leaf-footed bug in the family Coreidae, described by Brailovsky in 1976. It belongs to a genus characterized by expanded, leaf-like hind tibiae. The species is known from Mexico and Middle America. Like other members of its genus, it is presumed to be a plant-feeding true bug with piercing-sucking mouthparts, though specific details of its biology remain poorly documented.
Leptoglossus occidentalis
Western Conifer Seed Bug, WCSB
Leptoglossus occidentalis, commonly known as the Western Conifer Seed Bug, is a leaf-footed bug native to western North America that has undergone dramatic range expansion. Originally confined to the Pacific coast region from California to British Columbia, it began spreading eastward in the 1950s, reaching the Atlantic coast by the 1990s. The species has also become invasive in Europe (first detected in Italy in 1999), Asia, South America, and elsewhere. Adults are notable for their loud, droning flight and tendency to seek shelter indoors during autumn, where they become nuisance pests. They feed on conifer seeds and developing cones, particularly of pines, and can cause significant damage in seed orchards.
Leptoglossus oppositus
leaf-footed bug
Leptoglossus oppositus is a leaf-footed bug in the family Coreidae, distinguished from similar species by deeper scallops on the leaf-like hind tibiae and three white spots across the hemelytra. It is widely distributed across eastern and central North America, from New York south to Florida and west to Iowa, Minnesota, and the southwestern United States into Mexico. The species feeds on a broad range of host plants including corn, cotton, squash, tomatoes, oaks, maples, conifers, and other trees, vines, and shrubs.
Leptoglossus zonatus
leaf-footed bug
Leptoglossus zonatus is a polyphagous leaf-footed bug native to the Americas, ranging from the southwestern United States through Central America to South America. Adults measure approximately 20 mm in length with gray coloration, a zigzagging whitish band across the dorsum, and two distinctive yellowish spots on the anterior pronotum that serve as the primary identifying characteristic. The species has emerged as a significant agricultural pest, particularly in California almonds and Gulf Coast satsuma mandarins, causing direct feeding damage and transmitting plant pathogens. Two genetically distinct strains occur in the Western Hemisphere, with low overall genetic diversity suggesting potential for further range expansion.
Merocoris curtatus
Merocoris curtatus is a species of leaf-footed bug in the family Coreidae, described by McAtee in 1919. It is native to North America with confirmed records from California. The genus Merocoris belongs to the subfamily Meropachyinae, a group of coreids that typically lack the expanded, leaf-like hind tibiae characteristic of many other leaf-footed bugs. Species in this genus are generally small, compact, and associated with herbaceous vegetation in grassland and open habitats.
Merocoris distinctus
Merocoris distinctus is a small, atypical leaf-footed bug (family Coreidae) found in grassland habitats across North and Central America. Unlike most coreids, it lacks the flattened, leaf-like hind tibiae characteristic of the family, instead possessing distinctly curved hind tibiae and club-shaped, enlarged hind femora. The species feeds on herbaceous plants including goldenrod (Solidago spp.) and lanceleaf tickseed (Coreopsis lanceolata), and has been documented engaging in thanatosis (death feigning) as an anti-predator defense. A notable record documents twelve individuals feeding gregariously on carrion, reflecting the extra-phytophagous feeding habits occasionally observed in Coreidae.
Merocoris typhaeus
leaf-footed bug
Merocoris typhaeus is a species of leaf-footed bug in the family Coreidae. It is found in the Caribbean and North America, with records from Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, and Illinois. The species was described by Fabricius in 1798. A subspecies, M. typhaeus distinctus, was described by Dallas in 1852 but is now considered a synonym.
Mozena arizonensis
Mozena arizonensis is a leaf-footed bug in the family Coreidae, described by Ruckes in 1955. The species is distributed across the southwestern United States and Mexico, with records from Arizona and Central America. It has been documented on Vachellia constricta (white-thorn acacia) in southeastern Arizona.
Mozena pallisteri
Mozena pallisteri is a species of leaf-footed bug in the family Coreidae, characterized by the expanded, leaf-like hind tibiae typical of the genus. The 'cf.' designation indicates a tentative identification based on morphological similarity, pending definitive confirmation. Species in this genus are primarily Neotropical and are associated with woody host plants. The genus Mozena is distinguished from related coreids by specific modifications of the hind legs and male genitalia.
Namacus
Namacus is a genus of leaf-footed bugs in the family Coreidae, established by Amyot & Serville in 1843. The genus comprises at least four described species distributed in the Americas. Members of this genus are true bugs (Hemiptera) characterized by their placement within the tribe Hypselonotini.
Narnia femorata
Leaf-footed Cactus Bug
Narnia femorata is a leaf-footed bug (Coreidae) native to the southern United States and Central America. The species was introduced to Florida in the 1960s via nursery stock and is now fully established. It feeds primarily on cactus fruit, especially Opuntia species, using a long tube-like beak. Males possess enlarged, spiny hind femora used as weapons in male-male combat for territories on cactus pads bearing fruit. The species exhibits pronounced phenotypic plasticity, with body size, weapon size, and beak length changing seasonally in response to host plant fruit availability. Populations have been documented utilizing Cirsium thistle as an alternative host, representing a recent host range expansion.
Narnia inornata
cactus bug
Narnia inornata is a leaf-footed bug (family Coreidae) distributed across the southwestern United States and Mexico. It is strongly associated with cactus habitats, where it feeds on fruit and stem joints of prickly pear (Opuntia) and cholla (Cylindropuntia). The species is relatively small and quick-moving, making it difficult to photograph in the field. It is one of several Narnia species specialized for life in arid, cactus-dominated ecosystems.
Narnia snowi
leaf-footed bug
Narnia snowi is a species of leaf-footed bug in the family Coreidae, first described by Van Duzee in 1906. It belongs to the genus Narnia, which is characterized by members that inhabit cactus habitats. The species is documented in the southwestern United States, particularly in Arizona, where it has been recorded on fishhook barrel cacti and other cactus species. It is part of a group of coreid bugs associated with desert succulent plants.
Narnia wilsoni
Narnia wilsoni is a leaf-footed bug in the family Coreidae, first described by Van Duzee in 1906. It is a member of the genus Narnia, which is characterized by species associated with cacti and other desert vegetation. The species occurs in the southwestern United States and Mexico. Like other members of its genus, it is typically found in arid and semi-arid habitats where its host plants grow.