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African Cotton Stainer

Dysdercus nigrofasciatus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Insecta ›Order: Hemiptera ›Family: Pyrrhocoridae ›Genus: Dysdercus

About

Dysdercus nigrofasciatus is a species of true bug in the family Pyrrhocoridae and in the genus Dysdercus, often referred to as "cotton stainers" due to their habit of feeding on cotton and related plants. Commonly known as the African Cotton Stainer. Distributed in the African range, including regions like South Africa, Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of African Cotton Stainer?
The scientific name of African Cotton Stainer is Dysdercus nigrofasciatus.
What kingdom does African Cotton Stainer belong to?
African Cotton Stainer belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does African Cotton Stainer belong to?
African Cotton Stainer belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does African Cotton Stainer belong to?
African Cotton Stainer belongs to the class Insecta.
What order does African Cotton Stainer belong to?
African Cotton Stainer belongs to the order Hemiptera.
What family does African Cotton Stainer belong to?
African Cotton Stainer belongs to the family Pyrrhocoridae.
What genus does African Cotton Stainer belong to?
African Cotton Stainer belongs to the genus Dysdercus.