🌿Native Nature

Eastern Boxelder Bug

Boisea trivittata

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Insecta ›Order: Hemiptera ›Family: Rhopalidae ›Genus: Boisea

About

The boxelder bug (Boisea trivittata) is a North American species of true bug. It is found primarily on boxelder trees, as well as maple and ash trees. The adults are about 12.5 millimetres (0.49 in) long with a dark brown or black colouration, relieved by red wing veins and markings on the abdomen; nymphs are bright red.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Eastern Boxelder Bug?
The scientific name of Eastern Boxelder Bug is Boisea trivittata.
What kingdom does Eastern Boxelder Bug belong to?
Eastern Boxelder Bug belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Eastern Boxelder Bug belong to?
Eastern Boxelder Bug belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Eastern Boxelder Bug belong to?
Eastern Boxelder Bug belongs to the class Insecta.
What order does Eastern Boxelder Bug belong to?
Eastern Boxelder Bug belongs to the order Hemiptera.
What family does Eastern Boxelder Bug belong to?
Eastern Boxelder Bug belongs to the family Rhopalidae.
What genus does Eastern Boxelder Bug belong to?
Eastern Boxelder Bug belongs to the genus Boisea.