About Blissus leucopterus (Say, 1831)
Identification: When fully developed, Blissus leucopterus is about 4 mm (0.16 inches) long. Adult bodies range in color from dark red to brown, with white wings and red legs. Young nymphs are typically bright red and half the size of adult individuals. A distinct identifying characteristic is a white band on the nymph's abdomen. As the insect develops, this band becomes covered by the growing wings and changes color to black.
Distribution: Blissus leucopterus is native to the Americas. This species occurs across the United States, southern Canada, Mexico, and Central America.
