The ectoparasitic fungus <em>Hesperomyces harmoniae</em> in Harford Co., Maryland (9/16/2018). (Photo ID: 122714 - Psn: 6)

The ectoparasitic fungus Hesperomyces harmoniae in Harford Co., Maryland (9/16/2018).

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<em>Hesperomyces harmoniae</em> on a Multicolored Asian Lady Beetle in Harford Co., Maryland (7/6/2018). Determined by Danny Haelewaters/Harvard. (Photo ID: 117292 - Psn: 20)

Hesperomyces harmoniae on a Multicolored Asian Lady Beetle in Harford Co., Maryland (7/6/2018). Determined by Danny Haelewaters/Harvard.

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A severe infestation of the ectoparasitic fungus <em>Hesperomyces harmoniae</em> on a Multicolored Asian Lady Beetle in Harford Co., Maryland (10/11/2019). (Photo ID: 153026 - Psn: 20)

A severe infestation of the ectoparasitic fungus Hesperomyces harmoniae on a Multicolored Asian Lady Beetle in Harford Co., Maryland (10/11/2019).

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<em>Hesperomyces harmoniae</em> in Anne Arundel Co., Maryland (10/20/2021). (c) Timothy Reichard, all rights reserved. (Photo ID: 706183 - Psn: 21)

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<em>Hesperomyces harmoniae</em> fruiting bodies on a Multicolored Asian Lady Beetle in Cecil Co., Maryland (8/11/2020). (Photo ID: 208141 - Psn: 22)

Hesperomyces harmoniae fruiting bodies on a Multicolored Asian Lady Beetle in Cecil Co., Maryland (8/11/2020).

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<em>Hesperomyces harmoniae</em> in Anne Arundel Co., Maryland (9/8/2021). (c) Timothy Reichard, all rights reserved. (Photo ID: 706175 - Psn: 22)

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<em>Hesperomyces harmoniae</em> in Anne Arundel Co., Maryland (9/14/2021). (c) Timothy Reichard, all rights reserved. (Photo ID: 706177 - Psn: 22)

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<em>Hesperomyces harmoniae</em> parasitizing a Multicolored Asian Lady Beetle in Harford Co., Maryland (8/16/2018). (Photo ID: 119975 - Psn: 25)

Hesperomyces harmoniae parasitizing a Multicolored Asian Lady Beetle in Harford Co., Maryland (8/16/2018).

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<em>Hesperomyces harmoniae</em> in Caroline Co., Maryland (7/14/2020). (Photo ID: 196500 - Psn: 35)

Hesperomyces harmoniae in Caroline Co., Maryland (7/14/2020).

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<em>Hesperomyces harmoniae</em> thalli on a Multicolored Asian Lady Beetle's elytra in Baltimore Co., Maryland (6/19/2020). (Photo ID: 175352 - Psn: 56)

Hesperomyces harmoniae thalli on a Multicolored Asian Lady Beetle's elytra in Baltimore Co., Maryland (6/19/2020).

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The ectoparasitic fungus <em>Hesperomyces harmoniae</em> on the elytra and near the genital opening of a Multicolored Asian Lady Beetle in Baltimore Co., Maryland (8/8/2020). (Photo ID: 208628 - Psn: 56)

The ectoparasitic fungus Hesperomyces harmoniae on the elytra and near the genital opening of a Multicolored Asian Lady Beetle in Baltimore Co., Maryland (8/8/2020).

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<em>Hesperomyces harmoniae</em> parasitizing a Multicolored Asian Lady Beetle in Harford Co., Maryland (10/24/2020). (Photo ID: 293819 - Psn: 200)

Hesperomyces harmoniae parasitizing a Multicolored Asian Lady Beetle in Harford Co., Maryland (10/24/2020).

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<em>Hesperomyces harmoniae</em> in Washington Co. (8/16/2025). (c) Frode Jacobsen, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC) (Photo ID: 1348079 - Psn: 200)

Hesperomyces harmoniae in Washington Co. (8/16/2025). (c) Frode Jacobsen, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC)

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Status

Based on the latest literature, when Hesperomyces is found on Asian Lady Beetle, the species can be identified as this species. H. virescens sensu stricto is only found on Chilocorus stigma. See also the overarching taxon Green Beetle Hanger Complex. See discussion here

Relationships

Host is Asian Lady Beetle. These ectoparasites typically do not kill their hosts.

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The ectoparasitic fungus Hesperomyces harmoniae in Harford Co., Maryland (9/16/2018). View Record Details Media by Dave Webb.

Hesperomyces harmoniae on a Multicolored Asian Lady Beetle in Harford Co., Maryland (7/6/2018). Determined by Danny Haelewaters/Harvard. View Record Details Media by Dave Webb.

A severe infestation of the ectoparasitic fungus Hesperomyces harmoniae on a Multicolored Asian Lady Beetle in Harford Co., Maryland (10/11/2019). View Record Details Media by Dave Webb.

Hesperomyces harmoniae fruiting bodies on a Multicolored Asian Lady Beetle in Cecil Co., Maryland (8/11/2020). View Record Details Media by Dave Webb.

Hesperomyces harmoniae parasitizing a Multicolored Asian Lady Beetle in Harford Co., Maryland (8/16/2018). View Record Details Media by Dave Webb.

Hesperomyces harmoniae in Caroline Co., Maryland (7/14/2020). View Record Details Media by Dave Webb.

Hesperomyces harmoniae thalli on a Multicolored Asian Lady Beetle's elytra in Baltimore Co., Maryland (6/19/2020). View Record Details Media by Dave Webb.

The ectoparasitic fungus Hesperomyces harmoniae on the elytra and near the genital opening of a Multicolored Asian Lady Beetle in Baltimore Co., Maryland (8/8/2020). View Record Details Media by Dave Webb.

Hesperomyces harmoniae parasitizing a Multicolored Asian Lady Beetle in Harford Co., Maryland (10/24/2020). View Record Details Media by Dave Webb.

Hesperomyces harmoniae in Washington Co. (8/16/2025). (c) Frode Jacobsen, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC) View Record Details Media by Frode Jacobsen.