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Banasa calva
Banasa calva is a species of stink bug in the family Pentatomidae. It is found in Central America and North America. The species feeds on sap of trees and shrubs but is rarely, if ever, a pest. Species identification within the genus is challenging as several North American species appear nearly identical and require microscopic examination for confirmation.
Blattella vaga
Field Cockroach
Blattella vaga, the field cockroach, is a small outdoor-dwelling cockroach in the family Ectobiidae. First described from Arizona and California in 1935, it has since been recorded across North America and introduced to parts of Europe, Asia, and Australia. It resembles the German cockroach (Blattella germanica) but is not a significant indoor pest, typically entering buildings only during hot or dry conditions. The species harbors bacterial gut symbionts with demonstrated antimicrobial properties.
Brochymena
Rough Stink Bugs, Tree Stink Bugs, Four-humped Stink Bugs
Brochymena is a genus of native North American stink bugs commonly called rough stink bugs or tree stink bugs. Adults are cryptically colored to resemble lichen-mottled bark, with gray coloration and black and white or ivory speckling. They are frequently confused with the invasive brown marmorated stink bug (Halyomorpha halys), but can be distinguished by the absence of white antennal bands and the presence of fine teeth along the leading edge of the pronotum. The genus currently contains approximately 20 species following taxonomic revision that split some former members into the related genus Parabrochymena.
Brochymena affinis
rough stink bug, tree stink bug
Brochymena affinis is a native North American stink bug in the family Pentatomidae. Like other members of its genus, it is commonly known as a "rough stink bug" or "tree stink bug" due to its bark-like camouflage. The species overwinters as an adult, typically remaining outdoors under loose bark rather than entering buildings. It produces one generation per year in temperate climates, with development from egg to adult taking an extended period.
Brochymena arborea
rough stink bug, tree stink bug
Brochymena arborea is a North American stink bug species in the family Pentatomidae, commonly known as the rough stink bug or tree stink bug. It is one of approximately 21-23 Brochymena species found north of Mexico. The species exhibits remarkable bark-mimicking camouflage and overwinters as an adult, typically remaining outdoors under loose bark rather than entering human structures. It is frequently confused with the invasive Brown Marmorated Stink Bug but is ecologically distinct and not considered a pest.
Brochymena carolinensis
Carolina rough stink bug
Brochymena carolinensis is a native North American stink bug in the family Pentatomidae, belonging to the genus Brochymena, commonly known as rough stink bugs. Like other members of its genus, it exhibits cryptic coloration resembling lichen-mottled bark, providing effective camouflage against tree trunks. The species is not considered an agricultural or household pest.
Brochymena chelonoides
rough stink bug, tree stink bug
Brochymena chelonoides is a species of rough stink bug native to North America. Adults are characterized by a rough, mottled gray-brown exoskeleton with black and white or ivory speckling that provides effective camouflage against lichen-covered bark. The species is one of approximately 20 taxa currently recognized in the redefined genus Brochymena, having been retained in this genus when Parabrochymena was erected as a separate genus for 10 other former Brochymena species. Like other rough stink bugs, it is not considered an agricultural or household pest.
Brochymena diluta
Brochymena diluta is a species of rough stink bug in the family Pentatomidae, endemic to North America. Originally described by Blatchley as a subspecies (Brochymena barberi diluta), it was reclassified as a full species within the genus Brochymena following a comprehensive taxonomic revision that split the former broader genus into two genera: Brochymena (20 species) and the newly erected Parabrochymena (10 species). As with other Brochymena species, it is cryptically colored and primarily arboreal.
Brochymena florida
Brochymena florida is a species of stink bug in the family Pentatomidae, native to North America. It belongs to a genus of native stink bugs that are often mistaken for the invasive brown marmorated stink bug (Halyomorpha halys). The species was described by Ruckes in 1939. Like other members of Brochymena, it is not considered a significant agricultural pest.
Brochymena hoppingi
rough stink bug, tree stink bug
Brochymena hoppingi is a species of rough stink bug in the family Pentatomidae, native to North America. It belongs to a genus of arboreal stink bugs characterized by cryptic bark-like coloration and spiny pronotal margins. The species was originally described by Van Duzee and is one of approximately 20 species retained in the genus Brochymena following taxonomic revision.
Brochymena lineata
rough stink bug
Brochymena lineata is a species of rough stink bug in the family Pentatomidae, native to North America. Like other members of the genus Brochymena, it exhibits cryptic coloration that mimics lichen-mottled bark, providing effective camouflage against tree trunks. The species was described by Ruckes in 1939. As with congeners, it is not considered an agricultural or household pest.
Brochymena myops
rough stink bug, tree stink bug
Brochymena myops is a species of rough stink bug native to North America, belonging to the genus Brochymena commonly known as "tree stink bugs" for their bark-like camouflage. The species ranges from Quebec to Florida and westward through the central United States to Texas. Adults are active during warm periods throughout the year, including winter sunny days, and are frequently mistaken for the invasive brown marmorated stink bug. Like other Brochymena species, B. myops is not considered an agricultural or household pest.
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rough stink bug
Brochymena punctata is a species of rough stink bug native to North America. Like other members of its genus, it exhibits cryptic coloration resembling tree bark and lichen. The species is often confused with the invasive brown marmorated stink bug, though it is harmless to humans and agriculture. It overwinters as an adult, typically remaining outdoors under loose bark rather than entering structures.
Brochymena sulcata
rough stink bug, tree stink bug
Brochymena sulcata is a species of rough stink bug in the family Pentatomidae, native to North America. Adults exhibit cryptic coloration that closely resembles lichen-mottled tree bark, providing effective camouflage against predation. The species overwinters as adults, typically remaining outdoors beneath loose bark or in other sheltered locations. Like other members of the genus, it is not considered an agricultural or household pest.
Capraiellus panzeri
Lesser Cockroach
Capraiellus panzeri is a small, non-cosmopolitan cockroach native to Europe and northwestern Africa, with localized populations in southern Britain where it is known as the lesser cockroach. Formerly classified as Ectobius panzeri, it was reclassified to the genus Capraiellus based on recent taxonomic work. It is one of the smaller native European cockroaches and is not associated with human dwellings.
Ceuthophilus californianus
California camel cricket
Ceuthophilus californianus, the California camel cricket, is a wingless orthopteran in the family Rhaphidophoridae. It is native to California and adjacent regions of western North America. Like other camel crickets, it is adapted to dark, humid microhabitats and is primarily nocturnal. The species is part of a diverse genus of approximately 90 North American species, many of which are associated with caves, forests, and rocky terrain.
Chorisoneura texensis
small Texas cockroach, Small Yellow Texas Cockroach
Chorisoneura texensis is a small cockroach species native to the Southeastern United States. It belongs to the family Ectobiidae, a group often referred to as wood cockroaches or forest cockroaches. The species is commonly encountered in outdoor environments and is not considered a significant household pest. It is distinguished from other regional cockroaches by its small size and coloration.
Cibolacris parviceps parviceps
cream grasshopper
Cibolacris parviceps parviceps, commonly known as the cream grasshopper, is a small grasshopper species found in arid regions of the southwestern United States. Adults measure 20–32 mm in body length and exhibit cryptic coloration resembling granite or stone, providing effective camouflage in desert environments. The species inhabits dry desert washes, overgrazed rangeland, and disturbed areas including unpaved parking lots. Unlike many grasshoppers that overwinter as eggs, C. parviceps parviceps overwinters as nymphs, with adults present early in spring. The subfamily placement of this species has been revised from Oedipodinae to Gomphocerinae, though some authors note this classification remains puzzling.
Cratypedes lateritius lateritius
Cratypedes lateritius lateritius is a rarely collected grasshopper subspecies native to the Great Basin region of western North America. In Wyoming, it has been recorded only infrequently from sagebrush habitats. The subspecies appears to have a two-year life cycle, with adults present from May through August. Due to its scarcity, it has no documented economic importance.
Delphinia
picture-winged flies
Delphinia is a monospecific genus of picture-winged flies in the family Ulidiidae. The sole species, Delphinia picta, is a native North American fly 7-8 millimeters in length with distinctive patterned wings. It is frequently mistaken for fruit flies (Tephritidae) due to its wing markings. The genus is notable for being one of the most common and widespread ulidiids in eastern North America.
Dermestes reductus
Dermestes reductus is a small dermestid beetle native to North America, closely resembling the more common larder beetle (Dermestes lardarius) but distinguished by morphological differences in size, coloration, and genitalia. Unlike its synanthropic relative, D. reductus is exclusively found in natural wooded habitats, typically under tree bark, and has no known association with human dwellings. It belongs to the 'lardarius' species group within the genus Dermestes.
Dorymyrmex bureni
Buren's Pyramid Ant, Pyramid Ant
Dorymyrmex bureni is a medium-sized ant species in the genus Dorymyrmex, commonly known as pyramid ants. Described by Trager in 1988, this species is native to the Atlantic Coastal Plain of the southeastern United States. Workers are light orange, fast-moving, and range 2–4 mm in length. The species is distinguished by its crater-shaped nest mounds in sandy soil and a characteristic coconut-like odor emitted when crushed. Unlike the aggressive red imported fire ant (Solenopsis invicta), D. bureni is relatively harmless to humans and lacks a functional sting.
Ectobius lapponicus
Dusky Cockroach
Ectobius lapponicus, commonly known as the dusky cockroach, is a small, non-pest cockroach species native to Europe and northern Asia. It was introduced to North America, with first recorded sightings in 1984 in the northeastern United States and southeastern Canada. The species has a documented life cycle involving specific overwintering stages, including a diapause in the egg and one of the nymphal instars. Unlike many cockroach species associated with human structures, E. lapponicus is primarily an outdoor species.
Ectobius pallidus
Tawny Cockroach
Ectobius pallidus, commonly known as the tawny cockroach, is a non-cosmopolitan species in the family Ectobiidae. Unlike many cockroach species associated with human dwellings, this species is native to western Europe and North Africa. It has been introduced to North America, representing a reintroduction after a 49-million-year absence of the genus from the continent. The species is not considered a significant household pest.
Ectobius sylvestris
forest cockroach, lesser cockroach
Ectobius sylvestris, commonly known as the forest cockroach or lesser cockroach, is a small cockroach species in the family Ectobiidae. It is native to Europe and northern Asia, and has been introduced to North America. The species belongs to a genus with a complex biogeographic history, including ancient fossil records from the Eocene of North America and subsequent reintroduction to the continent after a 49-million-year absence. It is one of two recognized subspecies within E. sylvestris, with the nominate subspecies E. s. sylvestris described by Poda in 1761.
Eoreuma callista
Eoreuma callista is a species of moth in the family Crambidae, first described by Klots in 1970. It is known from the southwestern United States, specifically Arizona and New Mexico. Little is documented about its biology, ecology, or economic significance. The genus Eoreuma includes other species such as E. loftini (Mexican rice borer), a major agricultural pest, but E. callista itself has not been reported as a crop pest.
Epinotia radicana
Red-striped Needleworm Moth
Epinotia radicana is a small tortricid moth known for its association with coniferous forests across northern North America. The species is recognized by its common name referencing the reddish larval stripes and needle-feeding habits. It has been documented from western Canada through to the northeastern United States, with a life cycle tightly synchronized to the phenology of its host trees. The species is not considered a significant forest pest despite its widespread occurrence in spruce-fir ecosystems.
Graphopsocus cruciatus
F-winged Barklouse
Graphopsocus cruciatus, commonly known as the F-winged Barklouse, is a species of barklouse in the family Stenopsocidae. Native to Europe and parts of Asia, it was introduced to North America around 1930 and has since established populations across the continent. This small insect is notable for its distinctive wing pattern featuring five dark marks on the anterior half and a light "F"-shaped mark on the posterior half. It is frequently observed on building exteriors and vegetation, where it feeds on microflora.
Indiopsocus texanus
common barklouse
Indiopsocus texanus is a species of barklouse in the family Psocidae, first described by Aaron in 1886. It belongs to the order Psocodea, which includes barklice and booklice. The species has been recorded from Texas in the United States and Cuba in the Caribbean. Like other members of its family, it is likely associated with bark, lichens, and other organic substrates in its environment.
Lissorhoptrus simplex
Lissorhoptrus simplex is a weevil species in the family Brachyceridae, found in North America including parts of Canada. It is one of several species in the genus Lissorhoptrus, which includes the economically significant rice water weevil Lissorhoptrus oryzophilus. Unlike its congener, L. simplex has not been documented as an agricultural pest.
Melanoplus bowditchi
Sagebrush Grasshopper
Melanoplus bowditchi, commonly known as the sagebrush grasshopper, is a medium-sized spurthroated grasshopper in the subfamily Melanoplinae. It is widely distributed across western North American grasslands where sagebrush is present. The species exhibits strong host plant specificity, feeding almost exclusively on sagebrush species, particularly silver sagebrush (Artemisia cana) and sand sagebrush (A. filifolia). Despite its potential to damage valuable forage plants, populations remain at low densities and significant economic impact has not been documented.
Melanoplus cinereus
grayish sagebrush grasshopper, Gray Sagebrush Grasshopper
Melanoplus cinereus, commonly known as the grayish sagebrush grasshopper, is a species of spur-throated grasshopper in the family Acrididae. It is native to western North America and has been documented in California and Washington. The species is characterized by its association with sagebrush habitats and its secretive behavior, which makes it difficult to detect using standard sweep-net sampling methods. Two subspecies are recognized: M. c. cinereus and M. c. cyanipes.
Melanoplus rusticus-decoratus species group
The Melanoplus rusticus-decoratus species group is a taxonomic grouping within the genus Melanoplus (spur-throated grasshoppers), a diverse genus of grasshoppers in the family Acrididae. Species in this group are characterized by specific morphological features, including obovate or distinctive wing shapes. Members such as Melanoplus rusticus (obovate-winged grasshopper) exhibit cryptic coloration adapted to rocky, lichen-covered habitats. The group is part of the larger Melanoplinae subfamily, whose members possess a diagnostic spur between the front legs and a face oriented perpendicular to the body axis. Species in this group are found in western and central North America, often associated with xeric grasslands and rocky outcrops.
Metylophorus novaescotiae
Speckled Barklouse
Metylophorus novaescotiae is a species of barklouse in the family Psocidae, commonly known as the Speckled Barklouse. It is one of the most frequently observed barklice in North America, with substantial iNaturalist documentation. The species was originally described by Francis Walker in 1853 under the basionym Psocus novaescotiae. It inhabits wooded environments where it feeds on lichens, algae, and organic debris on tree bark.
Moneilema annulatum
cactus beetle, ambulated cactus beetle
Moneilema annulatum is a flightless cactus beetle in the family Cerambycidae, first described by Thomas Say in 1824. Adults are found almost exclusively on opuntioid cacti (prickly pears and chollas), where they feed on plant tissues and flowers. Larvae tunnel within cactus stems, often causing visible damage in the form of hardened black exudate. The species occurs across western North America from the Great Plains to the Pacific coast.
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punctatus
hairy fungus beetle, punctured hairy fungus beetle
Mycetophagus punctatus is a fungus beetle in the family Mycetophagidae, commonly known as the hairy fungus beetle. It occurs throughout North America and is frequently found in human dwellings where damp conditions and decaying organic matter are present. The species is not considered a pest as it does not cause damage to structures or stored products.
Panchlora nivea
Cuban cockroach, green banana cockroach, banana cockroach
Panchlora nivea is a small, bright green cockroach native to Cuba and the Caribbean, now established along the Gulf Coast of the United States from Florida to Texas. Unlike most cockroach species, it is primarily an outdoor insect rarely found indoors and is not considered a pest. It has become popular in the pet trade due to its attractive coloration and non-invasive habits.
Parcoblatta pennsylvanica
Pennsylvania Wood Cockroach, Pennsylvanian cockroach
Parcoblatta pennsylvanica, commonly known as the Pennsylvania wood cockroach, is a native North American cockroach species found in eastern and central regions of the continent. Unlike many cockroach pests, this species is primarily associated with outdoor woodland habitats and is not considered a significant household pest. The species is notable as a favored host for the parasitoid wasp Ampulex canaliculata, which uses it as prey for its larvae. Adults are attracted to light and may occasionally enter structures, but do not establish indoor populations.
Parcoblatta virginica
Virginia wood cockroach
Parcoblatta virginica, the Virginia wood cockroach, is a small woodland cockroach species measuring approximately 10 mm as an adult. It is native to deciduous forest habitats in eastern North America, where it inhabits leaf litter and decaying wood. The species exhibits strong sexual dimorphism in wing development and coloration. Unlike many cockroach species, it is not a household pest and cannot survive indoors due to low humidity requirements.
Scolops pungens
Partridge Scolops
Scolops pungens is a small planthopper species in the family Dictyopharidae, characterized by a distinctive elongated snout or 'nose' that gives it a rhinoceros-like appearance. Adults measure approximately 5–8 mm in length and exhibit straw-colored to brown or gray coloration. The species is native to North America, occurring in southern Canada, the United States, and northern Mexico. Like other members of the genus, it feeds on plant sap but is not considered an agricultural pest.
Solenopsis pergandei
Pergande's Thief Ant
Solenopsis pergandei is a small thief ant species in the genus Solenopsis, described by Forel in 1901. It is native to North America and belongs to a genus that includes both native species and the highly invasive red imported fire ant (Solenopsis invicta). Unlike its notorious congener, S. pergandei is not considered a significant pest species. The species is part of a diverse group of Solenopsis ants commonly known as thief ants due to their habit of nesting near other ant colonies and stealing their brood.