Jikradia

Jikradia

Classification

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Jikradia: /d͡ʒɪˈkrædiə/

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Images

Jikradia olitoria 154249002 by Zygy. Used under a CC0 license.
Coppery Leafhopper (Jikradia olitoria) - Guelph, Ontario 2016-07-26 (01) by Ryan Hodnett. Used under a CC BY-SA 4.0 license.
Jikradia olitoria - Coppery Leafhopper 02 by Jasper Shide. Used under a CC0 license.
Jikradia olitoria - Coppery Leafhopper 01 by Jasper Shide. Used under a CC0 license.
Coppery Leafhopper (Jikradia olitoria) - Guelph, Ontario 2017-06-21 (01) by Ryan Hodnett. Used under a CC BY-SA 4.0 license.
Coppery Leafhopper (Jikradia olitoria) - Guelph, Ontario 2016-07-26 (02) by Ryan Hodnett. Used under a CC BY-SA 4.0 license.

Summary

Jikradia is a genus that accommodates New World species formerly classified under Coelidia. The genus contains at least 4 described species in the eastern U.S and possibly more in coastal regions. Jikradia olitoria is known as a vector for plant diseases.

Physical Characteristics

6-8 mm in size, belonging to the family Cicadellidae.

Habitat

Mainly found in eastern North America and coastal areas.

Distribution

Much of the New World, particularly eastern North America.

Ecosystem Role

Potential vector for plant pathogens such as the North American grapevine yellows and strawberry pallidosis.

Similar Taxa

  • Coelidia

Tags

  • Cicadellidae
  • Leafhopper
  • Jikradia
  • Insects
  • Hemiptera