Acinopterus

Van Duzee, 1892

Species Guides

Acinopterus acuminatus
Acinopterus angulatus(Angulate Leafhopper)
Acinopterus inornatus
Acinopterus pulchellus
Acinopterus viridis

Acinopterus is a of leafhoppers in the Cicadellidae, containing more than 30 described . It serves as the type genus of the tribe Acinopterini. The genus is widely distributed across North and South America. At least one species, Acinopterus angulatus, has been documented feeding on plants in the family Chenopodiaceae.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Acinopterus: //ˌæ.sɪˈnɒp.tər.əs//

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Distribution

North and South America

Diet

At least one (Acinopterus angulatus) has been observed feeding on Chenopodiaceae, including Atriplex species (A. canescens, A. confertifolia, A. polycarpa, A. lentiformis), Salsola kali, Allenrolfea occidentalis, and Suaeda torreyana.

Host Associations

Atriplex canescens - Chenopodiaceae
Atriplex confertifolia - Chenopodiaceae
Atriplex polycarpa - Chenopodiaceae
Atriplex lentiformis - Chenopodiaceae
Salsola kali - Chenopodiaceae
Allenrolfea occidentalis - Chenopodiaceae
Suaeda torreyana - Chenopodiaceae

Similar Taxa

AceratagalliaBoth are leafhopper in the Cicadellidae; Acinopterus is distinguished by being the type genus of tribe Acinopterini, while Aceratagallia belongs to a different tribe (Cicadulini).