Xanthonia angulata

Staines & Weisman, 2001

Xanthonia angulata is a small in the , measuring 3.5–4 mm in length with uniformly . The was described by Staines and Weisman in 2001. Its specific epithet derives from the Latin angulatus, meaning 'with angles'. The occurs in eastern and central North America and has been documented in association with oak trees (Quercus spp.).

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Xanthonia angulata: //zænˈθoʊniə æŋˈɡjuːlætə//

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Identification

measure 3.5–4 mm in length. The are uniformly without patterning. The name 'angulata' refers to angular features, though specific diagnostic characters for distinguishing this species from are not documented in available sources.

Habitat

Associated with oak trees (Quercus spp.). Specific microhabitat preferences are not documented.

Distribution

Recorded from Maryland to Kansas, with additional records from Arkansas, Oklahoma, and Texas.

Host Associations

Quercus - associated withoaks