Bathysmatophorini
Anufriev, 1978
Bathysmatophorini is a small, tribe of in the Errhomeninae. are characterized by bodies and dull or grey coloration. The tribe was historically classified within Evacanthinae due to morphological similarities. Many females exhibit reduced, non-functional . The group is considered rare and has limited distribution in temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere.
Pronunciation
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Identification
Resembles members of Evacanthinae (), from which they were historically separated. Distinguished by combination of body form and dull coloration. Reduced female are a notable trait, though this alone is not diagnostic at tribal level.
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Habitat
Found on dicotyledonous trees, shrubs, and ferns in temperate environments.
Distribution
Northern Hemisphere only: Palearctic and Nearctic regions. In North America, most frequently recorded in the Pacific Northwest of the United States and Canada, with scattered inland occurrences.
Host Associations
- dicotyledonous trees - perching/feeding substrate
- shrubs - perching/feeding substrate
- ferns - perching/feeding substrate
Similar Taxa
- EvacanthinaeHistorical within this ; morphological resemblance in body form and coloration
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Taxonomic history
Formerly placed within Evacanthinae; now recognized as tribe within Errhomeninae based on phylogenetic relationships.
Rarity
Considered a rare group with limited records relative to other tribes.
Flight capability
Flightlessness or reduced ability in females is a notable but not universal trait within the tribe.