Synonyms and other taxonomic changes
no generally accepted tribal arrangement exists
Numbers
35 spp. in 16 genera in our area
(1), ~300 spp. in 66 genera worldwide
(2)Identification
easily recognized by the free first segment of the rostrum
(3); rostrum enlarged, very little of it fits between bucculae
(4)
"In identifying asopines it helps to be color blind" (D.B. Thomas)
Range
worldwide and throughout NA
(1)Food
Predatory, unlike other stink bugs; feed on other insects. Prey is primarily slow-moving soft-bodied insects, especially larvae. Most are generalist predators.
Remarks
Several species are used in Integrated Pest Management. Some are commercially available, e. g. Podisus maculiventris.