Populations of the invasive Mediterranean red bug, Scantius aegyptius (Linnaeus, 1758) (Hemiptera: Heteroptera: Pyrrhocoridae), now widely established around Phoenix, Arizona, U.S.A.
2021; Pacific Coast Entomological Society; Volume: 97; Issue: 3 Linguagem: Inglês
10.3956/2021-97.3.129
ISSN2162-0237
AutoresAndrew W. Meeds, Michael J. Plagens,
Tópico(s)Seedling growth and survival studies
ResumoThe invasive pyrrhocorid bug, Scantius aegytpius (Linnaeus, 1758), was first reported in the United States from California in 2009, and the authors now report its spread to neighboring Arizona for the first time and analyze its distribution within the state. Vouchered physical specimens and photographic records confirm the presence of the species in Maricopa and Yavapai Counties, and photographic records additionally suggest the presence of the species in Coconino County. Notes regarding the biology and seasonality of the species are included, along with discussion on the usefulness of the community science resources iNaturalist and BugGuide for tracking the spread of some newly emergent invasive species.
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