Acanthocephala declivis is a species of North American true bugs with a range from the southern United States to Guatemala and some Caribbean islands. It is the largest of this genus within this range, generally growing to be 28 to 34 mm (1.1 to 1.3 in) long. It can be distinguished from similar species by its much more broadly expanding pronotum, which extends much further than the abdomen, and the blunt tubercles on the midline of the anterior pronotal lobe, which is not present in other Acanthocephala species within its range.

harmful

Acanthocephala declivis is considered a tree pest because it feeds on the sap and tissues of trees, causing damage to their health and potentially leading to their decline or death.

tree pest

Acanthocephala declivis can be considered garden pests because they have the potential to infest and damage plants commonly found in gardens, such as ornamental trees, shrubs, and flowers, by feeding on their sap and tissues.

garden pest

Acanthocephala declivis can be considered crop pests because they have the potential to infest and damage agricultural crops by feeding on their sap and tissues, leading to reduced crop yield and quality.

crop pest

Acanthocephala declivis is considered a pest because it feeds on the sap and tissues of trees, garden plants, and crops, causing damage to their health and potentially leading to reduced yield, quality, and overall decline in plant health.

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