Tibicinoides
Distant, 1914
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14Tibicinoides is a of cicadas in the Cicadidae, established by Distant in 1914. The genus was recently reconstituted when most of its constituent were transferred from the genus Okanagana, leaving only three original species. It currently contains 13 recognized species distributed in western North America. These cicadas are part of the Tibicininae and tribe Tibicinini.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Tibicinoides: /tɪˌbɪsɪˈnoɪdiːz/
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Identification
in Tibicinoides were formerly classified under Okanagana, necessitating updated identification keys. The -level distinction from Okanagana is based on morphological characters established during the recent taxonomic revision. Specific diagnostic features for distinguishing Tibicinoides from related genera require reference to the original taxonomic literature.
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Distribution
Western North America, with occurring in regions including California, the southwestern United States, and potentially extending into adjacent areas of Mexico. Specific distributions vary by species.
Similar Taxa
- OkanaganaMost Tibicinoides were recently transferred from Okanagana; the two are closely related and share similar , requiring careful examination to distinguish.
- TibicinaShares tribal affiliation (Tibicinini) and may show convergent morphological features; differentiation requires attention to genitalic and wing venation characters.
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Taxonomic History
The underwent significant revision when 10 were transferred from Okanagana, leaving only three original Tibicinoides species. This reclassification reflects ongoing refinement of based on molecular and morphological data.