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Acanthocephala terminalis

Species of true bug From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Acanthocephala terminalis
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Acanthocephala terminalis is a species of leaf-footed bug in the family Coreidae.[3][4][5] It is found in North America.[3]

Acanthocephala terminalis on milkweed
Two leaf-footed bugs interact.

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Acanthocephala terminalis nymph
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Description

Acanthocephala terminalis is usually around 18–25 millimetres (0.71–0.98 in) long[1] with a dark gray to black color. The fourth (and last) segment of their antennae have orange coloration, and the tibia of their hind legs have a flat, leaf-like, appearance.[1] Sexual dimorphism is relatively limited. The hind femora and shape of the expanded hind tibia may differ slightly in shape, while body size remains relatively constant.[1]

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Range and habitat

Acanthocephala terminalis is usually found in the eastern half of the United States and parts of southeast Canada.[3] They will usually live in woodlands, fields, and meadows.[5]

Ecology and life cycle

Acanthocephala terminalis will begin its mating period in late spring, and females will lay eggs on host plants. Once the juveniles hatch they will molt five times before they reach adulthood. With each molt the nymphs will slightly more resemble the adults. Acanthocephala terminalis overwinters as an adult.[1] Both juveniles and adults produce defensive scent from their thorax as a repellant.[6] Food plants include staghorn sumac, riverbank grape, and ninebark.[1]

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