Clastoptera obtusa tristis
Clastoptera obtusa tristis is a of spittlebug in the Clastopteridae. Members of this are small, compact hemipterans commonly known as spittlebugs due to the frothy protective covering produced by nymphs. The subspecies designation indicates geographic or morphological variation within C. obtusa. are typically found on woody vegetation.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Clastoptera obtusa tristis: /klæsˈtɒptərə əbˈtuːsə ˈtrɪstɪs/
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Habitat
Associated with woody plants; often found on shrubs and trees.
Similar Taxa
- Clastoptera obtusa obtusaNominate ; separation relies on subtle morphological differences in coloration or genitalia, or geographic origin.
- Other Clastoptera species-level characters such as compact body form and wing venation overlap; identification requires examination of male genitalia or detailed color pattern analysis.