Sharpshooters

Pronunciation
/shahrp-shoo-tuhz/
Category
Behavior
Singular
Sharpshooter
Plural
Sharpshooters

Definition

Common name for leafhoppers in the tribes Proconiini and Cicadellini (Hemiptera: Cicadellidae), so named due to their efficient feeding mechanism and rapid movement.

Etymology

The name is derived from their precision in feeding, which can be compared to a sharpshooter's accuracy. Their quick movement, when startled, also resembles a sniper's evasive maneuvers.

Example

Sharpshooters are known for their rapid movement and ability to cause damage to crops.

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