Miridae
Pronunciation: [MIR·i·dae]
Common Name: Plant Bugs
Description: The plant bugs are the most abundant family in the Hemiptera-Heteroptera order. They are generally spotted feeding on plants or perching on a leaf. Certain species of this family are herbivore and others are predaceous. These small, soft-bodied creatures are distinguished by a four segmented antennae, a beak, and a cuneus on the front wings.
Spot ID Key Characters:
- Cuneus present on front wings
- Ocelli absent
- Wings angle down behind abdomen
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